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

Sep 18, 2024, 09:20 AM

The United Nations General Assembly has adopted a Palestinian-drafted resolution demanding that Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories within 12 months. The resolution, which is non-binding, calls for the withdrawal of Israeli military forces and the evacuation of settlers from the occupied territories, including Gaza and the West Bank. The resolution was passed with 124 votes in favor, 14 against, and 43 abstentions. This move follows an International Court of Justice decision that deemed Israel's occupation illegal. The resolution also calls for sanctions, an arms embargo, and reparations for those harmed by the occupation.