Palestinian Authority Renews Bid for Full UN Membership

Amid the Gaza conflict, the renewed bid faces anticipated opposition from the United States.

The Palestinian Authority has formally requested the United Nations Security Council to reconsider its 2011 application for full membership.
The request comes amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza and has the backing of 140 countries.
The United States, Israel's closest ally, is expected to use its Security Council veto power to block the bid.
The Palestinians currently hold non-member observer state status, granted in 2012.
A successful bid requires approval from both the Security Council and the General Assembly.