UN member states have formally demanded in a non-binding resolution an end to the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories within 12 months. The text of the resolution is based on an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice calling Israel’s occupation since 1967 “unlawful.” There were 124 votes in favour, 14 against and a notable 43 abstentions.

 

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

You May Also Like

One dead in Yemen air strikes: Houthi media

One person was killed and several others wounded in air strikes in…

Indian wheat shipment for Kabul to commence next month

After months of negotiations, both sides have finally agreed on the arrangements,…

Blinken, Saudi Crown Prince discuss efforts to stop war in Gaza

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met US Secretary of State Antony…

Israel responds to rocket fire that killed one

Earlier, we reported that one person was killed when a rocket fired…