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Published on 2024-02-18 13:17:47
The UN Security Council will meet at the request of Algeria to review the situation in the Palestinian Gaza Strip. Algeria has presented a draft resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. This project follows the condemnation of Israel by the International Court of Justice for acts of genocide in Gaza.
Indeed, a vote of the member states is scheduled for Tuesday morning, and the text demands an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, the respect of the rights of Palestinian civilians, and the release of hostages. Zionist genocidal offensive has caused the death of 28,858 people, mostly civilians, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health.
Furthermore, the humanitarian situation in Gaza is critical due to Israel’s genocidal offensive. Palestinian civilians are the main victims of this violence. The resolution project aims to protect the civilian population and put an end to violations of international law.
The resolution proposed by Algeria calls for an immediate ceasefire and the respect of the rights of civilians. It condemns the forced displacement of the Palestinian population and calls for the release of hostages. This resolution aims to end the violence and protect civilians.
The UN plays a crucial role in resolving the conflict in Gaza. The Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security. The resolution proposed by Algeria aims to protect civilians and end the violence.
Support for the draft resolution for a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza
This Sunday, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Attaf, participated in the ministerial meeting of African member countries of the UN Security Council in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He called for the preservation of the current momentum that characterizes the joint work of African countries in support of just causes around the world, starting with the Palestinian issue and the decolonization of Western Sahara.
According to a statement from the ministry, Attaf praised the coordination work of the three African member countries of the Security Council, namely Algeria, Mozambique, and Sierra Leone. This work aims to enhance the influence of African countries within this important UN organization.
The Minister of Foreign Affairs renewed Algeria’s commitment to unify the positions of African countries. The goal is to preserve the interests of the continent and defend just causes in Africa and the world in accordance with the resolutions of the Oran process.
Participants in the ministerial meeting pledged to further strengthen the work of consultation and coordination within the UN Security Council. This will allow for better collaboration between member African countries.
The participants also expressed their support for the resolution project proposed by Algeria for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. This demonstrates the commitment of African countries to support populations affected by conflicts.
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