The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution endorsing an independent Palestinian state and a two-state solution.
The resolution condemns Hamas’s October 7 attack on southern Israel and criticizes Israel’s siege of Gaza for causing a humanitarian crisis.
Member Nations Show Strong Support
Out of 193 member states, 142 voted in favor, 10 opposed, and 12 abstained from the New York Declaration.
France and Saudi Arabia presented the resolution, which grants the Palestinian Authority full control over Palestinian territories.
The measure requires forming a transitional administrative committee immediately after Gaza achieves a ceasefire.
Demands on Hamas
The declaration directs Hamas to end its rule in Gaza, surrender all weapons, and release every hostage.
It empowers the Palestinian Authority to assume governing duties across all territories.
UN Peacekeeping Proposal
The resolution recommends deploying a UN-backed mission to protect Palestinian civilians and ensure safety for Israelis as well.
It calls for the mission to monitor the ceasefire, supervise authority transfer, and support long-term peace.
