UN General Assembly Demands Immediate, Unconditional, and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza, Supports UNRWA

Dec 11, 2024, 09:52 PM

The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly adopted two significant resolutions related to the Gaza conflict. The first resolution, with 159 votes in favor, 9 against, and 11 abstentions, reaffirmed support for the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and deplored legislation passed by the Israeli Knesset on October 28, 2024, which bans UNRWA's operations. The second resolution, adopted with 158 votes in favor, 9 against, and 13 abstentions, demands an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, along with the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. The resolutions highlight the international community's call for an end to hostilities and the protection of humanitarian efforts in the region.