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UNGA Demands Israel End Occupation of Palestinian Territories Within a Year

The nonbinding resolution passed with overwhelming support, calling for withdrawal of military forces and cessation of settlement activities.

  • The United Nations General Assembly voted 124-14 in favor of a resolution demanding Israel end its occupation of Palestinian territories within 12 months.
  • The resolution calls for Israel to withdraw military forces, halt settlement expansions, and dismantle parts of the separation wall in the West Bank.
  • The resolution is based on an advisory opinion from the International Court of Justice, which declared the occupation illegal.
  • Countries that voted against the resolution include the United States, Israel, and several Pacific island nations, while others like Germany and India abstained.
  • The resolution also urges member states to cease arms transfers to Israel and impose sanctions on settlers involved in violence against Palestinians.
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