UN General Assembly Demands Israel End Occupation Within 12 Months in 124-14 Non-Binding Vote

Sep 18, 2024, 03:36 PM

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a Palestinian-drafted resolution demanding that Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories within 12 months. The non-binding resolution, which received 124 votes in favor, 14 against, and 43 abstentions, calls for Israel to withdraw its military forces and evacuate all settlers from Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. This follows an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice declaring the occupation unlawful. The resolution also includes provisions for imposing sanctions, an arms embargo on Israel, and reparations. Notably, the United States and Israel were among the countries that voted against the resolution.