The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has overwhelmingly backed a resolution that favors granting full UN membership to Palestine, which currently holds observer status. In the recent vote, 143 countries voted in favor, 25 abstained, and nine opposed the measure, including the United States and Israel.
This resounding approval marks a significant step for Palestinians, signaling global support for their bid for full recognition within the international community. However, challenges remain on the path to achieving official UN membership.
As tensions continue to escalate in Gaza, the prospects for a two-state solution—a long-sought outcome for resolving the Palestinian issue—remain uncertain. Experts weigh in on what this resolution means for the future of peace in the region and the hurdles that lie ahead.
Rick Dunham, a visiting scholar from Tsinghua University, Dr. Gal Luft, co-director of the Institute for the Analysis of Global Security, and Wang Jin, associate professor from Northwest University of China, provide their insights into the implications of the UNGA's decision and the geopolitical dynamics at play.
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UNGA backs Palestine's UN membership: is there a chance this time?
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