Sunday, June 30, 2024 06:45 PM
UN Security Council to Decide on Palestinian Authority Membership
- Palestinian Authority applies for UN membership, facing Security Council's decision
- US warns of funding cuts, Israel opposes membership, sparking controversy
- Efforts to address Gaza situation challenged, Arab Group calls for peace implementation
Image Credits: ReutersThe Palestinian Authority seeks full UN membership, facing opposition from the US and Israel. Efforts to address Gaza conflict and geopolitical tensions continue.
New York City: The Palestinian Authority has applied for full membership of the UN, with the Security Council's membership committee set to decide by the end of the month. The committee, comprising 15 members, will evaluate the application and may present it to the Security Council for a vote, requiring at least nine favorable votes and no vetoes from the five permanent members.
The Arab group at the UN emphasized the urgency of Palestine's full membership to aid in resolving regional conflicts. However, the US has indicated that granting full membership could lead to funding cuts due to existing legislation.
Israel strongly opposes Palestinian membership, labeling it a reward for terrorism. The debate on this issue has sparked controversy, with differing views on the two-state solution and the role of the Security Council.
Efforts to address the situation in Gaza have faced challenges, with recent resolutions lacking clear calls for immediate ceasefires. The Arab Group has called for the full implementation of Resolution 2728 to ensure peace during Ramadan.
In conclusion, the debate over Palestinian membership at the UN reflects deep-rooted geopolitical tensions and differing perspectives on conflict resolution in the region.
