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Statehood Gains Support Abroad, But Remains A Distant Dream For Palestinians
Plans announced by France, the United Kingdom and Canada to recognise a Palestinian state won't bring one about anytime soon, though they could further isolate Israel and strengthen the Palestinians' negotiating position over the long term.
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How Many Countries Recognise Palestine As A State?
Several tallies are circulating regarding the countries that recognise the State of Palestine. Here is a recap of how AFP came to its own count, identifying at least 142 states among the 193 United Nations members.
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What To Know About The US Decision To Leave UNESCO, Why It Matters
With the support of international partners and the mobilization of $115 million, the UN cultural agency UNESCO recently helped rebuild the Iraqi city of Mosul after it was devastated by the Islamic State group.
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"Not In National Interest": US Leaves UN Cultural Body UNESCO
The United States on Tuesday announced it has left UNESCO, saying the UN cultural and education agency, best known for establishing world heritage sites, is biased against Israel and promotes "divisive" causes.
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India Pays $37.64 Million To UN Regular Budget For 2025
India has paid USD 37.64 million dollars to the United Nations Regular Budget for 2025, joining the "honour roll" of 35 member states who have paid their regular budget assessments in full and on time to the UN.
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Palestine Takes Seat Among UN Member States At 79th General Assembly Session
The 79th session of the UN General Assembly kicked off in New York with the presence of the representatives of Palestine, who have been given a seat in the General Assembly Hall next to the UN member states.
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145 UN Member States Now Recognise A Palestinian State
Israel's war in Gaza since the October 7 attack has revived a global push for Palestinians to be given a state of their own.
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Indian UN Staff Member Killed In Gaza: Report
An Indian personnel working with the United Nations was killed in Gaza when the vehicle he was travelling in came under attack in Rafah, making it the "first international" casualty for the organisation since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Explainer: Could The Palestinians Become A Full United Nations Member?
The Palestinian Authority on Tuesday formally asked for renewed consideration by the United Nations Security Council of its 2011 application to become a full member of the world body.
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Amid Gaza War, Palestinians Relaunch Bid To Become UN Member State
The Palestinians have officially revived their application to become a full member state in the United Nations, according to a letter from their UN envoy dated Tuesday and seen by AFP.
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India Criticises Group That Is Opposed To UN Security Council Reforms
India has criticised a model for the UN Security Council presented by the Uniting for Consensus group that includes Pakistan, saying it stands against the idea supported by a majority of member states to expand permanent and non-permanent seats.
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India Pays Over $32 Million To UN Regular Budget 2024
India has paid USD 32.89 million to the United Nations Regular Budget for 2024, joining the "honour roll" of 36 Member States who have paid their regular budget dues in full to the UN on time.
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UN Agency Sacks Staff Over Alleged Role In October 7 Israel Attacks
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees said Friday it had sacked several employees accused by Israel of involvement in Hamas's October 7 attack, prompting the United States to suspend critical funding.
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Countries Must "Wake Up To Israel's Genocide": Palestinian Envoy To UN
Countries must "wake up" to the massive violations that Israel is committing in Gaza, a Palestinian ambassador told UN member states Thursday, insisting it was a "genocide".
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UN Security Council Member Countries Condemn Hamas But No Unanimity
Numerous members of the UN Security Council denounced Hamas on Sunday over its massive assault on Israel but the United States regretted the lack of unanimity.
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Statehood Gains Support Abroad, But Remains A Distant Dream For Palestinians
Plans announced by France, the United Kingdom and Canada to recognise a Palestinian state won't bring one about anytime soon, though they could further isolate Israel and strengthen the Palestinians' negotiating position over the long term.
-
How Many Countries Recognise Palestine As A State?
Several tallies are circulating regarding the countries that recognise the State of Palestine. Here is a recap of how AFP came to its own count, identifying at least 142 states among the 193 United Nations members.
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What To Know About The US Decision To Leave UNESCO, Why It Matters
With the support of international partners and the mobilization of $115 million, the UN cultural agency UNESCO recently helped rebuild the Iraqi city of Mosul after it was devastated by the Islamic State group.
-
"Not In National Interest": US Leaves UN Cultural Body UNESCO
The United States on Tuesday announced it has left UNESCO, saying the UN cultural and education agency, best known for establishing world heritage sites, is biased against Israel and promotes "divisive" causes.
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India Pays $37.64 Million To UN Regular Budget For 2025
India has paid USD 37.64 million dollars to the United Nations Regular Budget for 2025, joining the "honour roll" of 35 member states who have paid their regular budget assessments in full and on time to the UN.
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Palestine Takes Seat Among UN Member States At 79th General Assembly Session
The 79th session of the UN General Assembly kicked off in New York with the presence of the representatives of Palestine, who have been given a seat in the General Assembly Hall next to the UN member states.
-
145 UN Member States Now Recognise A Palestinian State
Israel's war in Gaza since the October 7 attack has revived a global push for Palestinians to be given a state of their own.
-
Indian UN Staff Member Killed In Gaza: Report
An Indian personnel working with the United Nations was killed in Gaza when the vehicle he was travelling in came under attack in Rafah, making it the "first international" casualty for the organisation since the start of the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Explainer: Could The Palestinians Become A Full United Nations Member?
The Palestinian Authority on Tuesday formally asked for renewed consideration by the United Nations Security Council of its 2011 application to become a full member of the world body.
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Amid Gaza War, Palestinians Relaunch Bid To Become UN Member State
The Palestinians have officially revived their application to become a full member state in the United Nations, according to a letter from their UN envoy dated Tuesday and seen by AFP.
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India Criticises Group That Is Opposed To UN Security Council Reforms
India has criticised a model for the UN Security Council presented by the Uniting for Consensus group that includes Pakistan, saying it stands against the idea supported by a majority of member states to expand permanent and non-permanent seats.
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India Pays Over $32 Million To UN Regular Budget 2024
India has paid USD 32.89 million to the United Nations Regular Budget for 2024, joining the "honour roll" of 36 Member States who have paid their regular budget dues in full to the UN on time.
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UN Agency Sacks Staff Over Alleged Role In October 7 Israel Attacks
The UN agency for Palestinian refugees said Friday it had sacked several employees accused by Israel of involvement in Hamas's October 7 attack, prompting the United States to suspend critical funding.
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Countries Must "Wake Up To Israel's Genocide": Palestinian Envoy To UN
Countries must "wake up" to the massive violations that Israel is committing in Gaza, a Palestinian ambassador told UN member states Thursday, insisting it was a "genocide".
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UN Security Council Member Countries Condemn Hamas But No Unanimity
Numerous members of the UN Security Council denounced Hamas on Sunday over its massive assault on Israel but the United States regretted the lack of unanimity.
