UN General Assembly Demands Israel End Occupation of Palestinian Territories in 12 Months, 124-14 Vote

Sep 18, 2024, 03:30 PM

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a non-binding resolution demanding that Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories within 12 months. The 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. The resolution follows an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice declaring the occupation unlawful. The resolution also calls for sanctions, reparations, and an arms embargo against Israel for non-compliance. The United States and Israel were among the countries that voted against the resolution. The resolution demands Israel to withdraw from territories captured in 1967.