A UN resolution calling for peace in Gaza has been overwhelmingly approved by 158 countries, drawing attention to the ongoing humanitarian crisis. However, the decision has sparked sharp criticism from nations like the US and Israel.
A United Nations resolution calling for peace in Gaza has passed with support from 158 countries, drawing international focus to the dire humanitarian situation following the attacks of October 7, 2023. The resolution’s passing, following months of global pressure, aims to address the suffering in the region and calls for immediate action to restore peace.
Palestinian UN Ambassador Riyad Mansour described Gaza as the “bleeding heart of Palestine,” urging the world to stop the violence and restore life in the region. He called for the restoration of international credibility, emphasizing that peace in Gaza is vital for the prosperity of future generations.
In a similarly stark assessment, Slovenia’s UN Ambassador, Samuel Zbogar, declared that Gaza no longer exists due to the devastation. He highlighted the immense human suffering, with Palestinians facing hunger, despair, and death.
Despite the overwhelming support for the resolution, it faced sharp opposition from the US and Israel. US Deputy UN Ambassador Robert Wood criticized the resolution, arguing it oversimplified the situation and neglected crucial issues, including the release of hostages. He claimed the resolution rewarded Hamas and failed to outline a clear path for increasing humanitarian aid.
Israel’s UN Ambassador, Danny Danon, also expressed concerns, stating that the resolution did not protect humanitarian values. He accused the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) of being infiltrated by Hamas and argued that the resolution inadvertently protected organizations tied to terror.
The UN has strongly rejected these claims, defending UNRWA as a crucial provider of services to millions of Palestinians. The passage of the resolution underscores the continuing challenges in addressing the complex situation in Gaza.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague to discuss key regional and global issues.
An explosive device detonated on an armoured combat-engineering vehicle in Khan Younis in Gaza, killing seven Israeli soldiers and seriously wounding another soldier on Tuesday (24 June).
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U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial be cancelled, calling the case a “witch hunt” and suggesting Netanyahu should be pardoned.
The fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel held for a second day on Wednesday, as U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that American and Iranian officials are expected to engage in talks next week—marking a possible diplomatic shift after nearly two weeks of regional warfare.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday called on the European Union to strengthen trust and cooperation with China, saying the two sides should focus on mutual success rather than rivalry.
Rafael Mariano Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), said Iran’s cooperation with the agency is not optional but a legal requirement.
A Japanese space company has blamed a malfunctioning laser range finder for the crash of its moon lander earlier this month, marking the second failed lunar landing attempt for ispace in just over two years.
U.S. President Donald Trump has demanded that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s corruption trial be cancelled, calling the case a “witch hunt” and suggesting Netanyahu should be pardoned.
The fragile ceasefire between Iran and Israel held for a second day on Wednesday, as U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that American and Iranian officials are expected to engage in talks next week—marking a possible diplomatic shift after nearly two weeks of regional warfare.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Wednesday called on the European Union to strengthen trust and cooperation with China, saying the two sides should focus on mutual success rather than rivalry.
Kazakhstan's e-commerce sector has soared to 3.2 trillion tenge (around 6.2 billion U.S. dollars) in 2024, marking a sevenfold increase since 2020, according to Deputy Prime Minister Serik Jumanğarin.
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