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Gulf Today
3 days ago
- Politics
- Gulf Today
Four European countries call for Palestine's full UN membership, implementation of two-state solution
Ireland, Norway, Slovenia, and Spain called for Palestine to be granted full membership in the United Nations and for its state to be recognized on the basis of the 1967 borders with East Jerusalem as its capital. They also renewed their commitment to the two-state solution. This came in a joint statement by the four European countries published by the Spanish Foreign Ministry on its website following the Madrid+ Group meeting, a year after the group officially recognized the State of Palestine. The Spanish Foreign Ministry said one year after the official recognition of the State of Palestine by Ireland, Norway, Slovenia and Spain, in the framework of the 'Madrid+' Group of the meeting, we have met to renew and reinforce the international commitment for the implementation of the two-State solution and to the principle that only a viable, contiguous Palestinian State, with internationally recognised borders, comprised of Gaza and the West Bank and with East Jerusalem as its capital, can fully satisfy the legitimate national aspirations and the needs of peace and security of both the people of Palestine and Israel. This commitment has had an undeniable impact on the international dynamics regarding the conflict in Gaza, creating momentum for the implementation of the two-State solution. After many years of stagnation, implementation of the two State solution and recognition of Palestine is not only morally right, but it also produced the necessary momentum to revive the spirit of the implementation of the two-State solution. In September 2024 in the United Nations, the international community agreed on the creation of the Global Alliance for the Implementation of the Two-State solution. Its meetings have, in this spirit, strived to make the two-State reality possible. The Spanish Foreign Ministry said, 'The momentum that was created in May last year, ultimately culminated on 10th December 2024, when the General Assembly of the United Nations adopted Resolution A/RES/79/81, which called for a High Level Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution. We believe that this High Level Conference, to be held on 17th June 2025 under UN auspices and co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, represents not only the occasion with the highest degree of international legitimacy, but also the appropriate framework in which to finally advance the implementation of the two-State solution.' 'We have committed, along with all the participating countries in the meeting 'Madrid +: for the Implementation of the Two-State solution', to engage substantially in the work of the Global Alliance and to ensure a meaningful participation in the High-Level Conference. We remind that recognition is another step for the implementation of the two-State solution, and we call on all members of the international community to take the necessary steps to make it reality, including individual recognition of Palestine and Israel by those who have not yet done so, UN membership of Palestine and support of an agreement between the parties, with eventual mutual recognition between Palestine and Israel.' Spanish Foreign Ministry concluded, 'It is up to the parties to bring peace to the region, but the international community has the obligation to change the ongoing dynamics on the ground that have created an endless cycle of violence and devastation.'
Days of Palestine
3 days ago
- Politics
- Days of Palestine
European Countries Renew Call for Full UN Membership for Palestine
DaysofPal – Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, and Norway have reiterated their call to grant Palestine full membership in the United Nations, framing it as a practical step toward advancing the two-state solution. In a joint statement issued Wednesday evening—marking one year since their formal recognition of the State of Palestine—the four countries reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the creation of an independent, viable Palestinian state with territorial continuity, based on internationally recognized borders, including the West Bank, Gaza Strip, and with East Jerusalem as its capital. The statement was released on the sidelines of the 'Madrid+ Group' meeting, where the participating nations stressed that reviving the political process is now an urgent necessity. They emphasized that recognizing Palestine is no longer just a symbolic or moral position but a concrete step needed to overcome the current political deadlock and renew hope in achieving the two-state solution. The statement also highlighted the evolving international context—particularly in light of the ongoing Israeli military campaign in Gaza—as underscoring the need for a just and lasting resolution. It noted that the upcoming international peace conference, scheduled for 17 June under United Nations auspices and co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, presents a critical opportunity to advance a political settlement. In conclusion, the four European nations urged the international community to take decisive action by individually recognizing the State of Palestine and supporting its full membership in the United Nations. They also called for renewed efforts toward a comprehensive agreement based on mutual recognition and respect for international law. This renewed push builds on the countries' previous steps, including formal recognition of Palestine by Spain, Ireland, and Norway—demonstrating their firm support for Palestinian national rights in global forums. While over 140 countries worldwide already recognize the State of Palestine, full UN membership remains contingent on approval by the UN Security Council, where any of the five permanent members hold veto power and can block the motion. Shortlink for this post:
See - Sada Elbalad
3 days ago
- Business
- See - Sada Elbalad
Four European countries call for Palestine to be admitted as a full member of the United Nations
Amir Hagag Four European countries—Spain, Ireland, Slovenia, and Norway—called in a joint statement for Palestine to be admitted as a full member of the United Nations. This call came during the Madrid+ Group meeting. The four countries emphasized that recognizing Palestine and granting it full membership in the United Nations has become a political and diplomatic necessity, not just a moral position, given the prolonged stalemate in the peace process. This move comes as part of a growing wave of international recognition of Palestine, with 147 of the 193 UN member states having recognized the State of Palestine to date. read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News Ayat Khaddoura's Final Video Captures Bombardment of Beit Lahia News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Arts & Culture Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban's $4.7M LA Home Burglarized Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks
