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The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Isaac Mbreye Quartey
Last updated: December 13, 2024 11:01 am
Isaac Mbreye Quartey - Content Editor
December 13, 2024
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The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza
A screen shows the voting results during the meeting of the United Nations General Assembly on ceasefire resolution, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in New York City, U.S., December 12, 2023.
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On December 12th, 2024, the United Nation’s General Assembly took a bold step by voting overwhelmingly in favor of a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. The vote, passed with strong support from member states, is the latest development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestinian in Gaza, which has resulted in devastating humanitarian consequences.

The decision comes after weeks of intense fighting, airstrikes, and casualties, mainly among civilians.
The resolution highlights the need for humanitarian aid to reach those in need, along with calls for both parties to prioritize the protection of civilians and adhere to international law.

With 193 countries making up the Assembly, 159 voted in favor of the resolution, 9 against and 11 countries abstained. This overwhelming majority number highlights the global call for peace and an end to the ongoing suffering in Gaza. Key supporters of the resolution included France, Brazil, and Turkey. Countries like the United States and Israel, on the other hand voted against it, raising concerns about the language and the specific focus of the resolution.

The situation as it stands in Gaza has been dire. More than 10,000 Palestinians have lost their lives over the past several months, and several others have been injured or displaced. With critical infrastructures damaged, access to food, water, and medical supplies has become scarce. The UN’s call for a ceasefire is lifeline for many innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.

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The UN General Assembly does not have the power to enforce its decisions like the UN Security Council, but it sends a powerful message to the international community. Countries around the world are showing their frustration with the current situation and their desire for an immediate halt to the violence.

Now, while the General Assembly has made its stance clear, the UN Security Council, which has the power to impose sanctions or authorize peacekeeping forces, has remained deadlocked. Major powers, particularly the United States, have vetoed previous attempts at a binding resolution in the Security Council, citing concerns about the resolution’s implications and the broader context of the Israel-Palestine conflict.

So, what’s next? Will this vote actually lead to a ceasefire on the ground? Well, while the General Assembly’s resolution is not legally binding, it does ramp up international pressure. The question now is whether this pressure will be enough to prompt the governments involved to take meaningful steps toward peace.

So, what do you think? Is this resolution a step toward peace, or will it fall short of making a real impact? Drop your thoughts in the comments below,

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