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UN General Assembly Adopts Non-Binding Resolution Demanding Israel End Occupation, Calls for Sanctions and Arms Embargo

Sep 18, 2024, 03:22 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, introduced by Palestine, calls for Israel to withdraw its military forces and evacuate all settlers from Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem. The vote saw 124 countries in favor, 14 against, and 43 abstentions. The resolution follows an International Court of Justice ruling that deemed Israel's occupation illegal. The resolution also calls for sanctions and an arms embargo against Israel for non-compliance. Israel, the United States, and other countries opposed the resolution, citing concerns over its implications for Israel's right to self-defense.