The United Nations General Assembly has recently voted to expand Palestine’s rights and approve its admission into the organization. This decision marks a significant milestone for Palestine, which has held observer state status since 2012. The final verdict on full membership lies with the UN Security Council, which must now consider the General Assembly’s recommendation to review the matter positively.
“By endorsing this resolution, the General Assembly reaffirms the Palestinian people’s right to self-determination, including the establishment of an independent State of Palestine,” as stated on the UN website. The resolution also calls for renewed efforts to end the Israeli occupation that commenced in 1967. Delegates at the GA reiterated their steadfast support for a two-state solution, with Israel and Palestine coexisting peacefully within recognized borders based on pre-1967 boundaries.
Israel’s UN ambassador, Gilad Erdan, expressed concerns about admitting what he referred to as a “terrorist state” into the organization. The resolution, passed on Friday, grants Palestine various rights, including the ability to speak on non-Palestinian or Middle Eastern matters, represent groups, and propose amendments. These provisions will take effect during the upcoming 79th session, commencing on September 10, 2024.
Source: theins.ru