UN General Assembly Passes Resolution for Palestinian Statehood

The United Nations General Assembly has passed a resolution demanding Israel’s withdrawal from occupied Palestinian territories and called for the creation of an independent Palestinian state.

The resolution was adopted with 157 votes in favor, 8 against, and 7 abstentions, with both the United States and Israel opposing the measure.

Key Provisions of the Resolution

• Support for Palestinian Self-Determination: The General Assembly recognized the Palestinians’ right to self-determination and independence, reaffirming their demand for statehood.
• Condemnation of Israeli Occupation: The resolution deemed Israeli control over the West Bank, East Jerusalem, and Gaza as illegal under international law.
• Endorsement of Two-State Solution: The General Assembly reaffirmed its commitment to the two-state solution, advocating for peaceful coexistence between Israel and Palestine based on the 1967 borders.

Looking ahead, the UN announced plans for a high-level international conference in June 2025, to be jointly hosted by France and Saudi Arabia. The conference aims to push for a diplomatic resolution to the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, focusing on the full implementation of the two-state solution.