🌍 A Call for Change: Chinese Envoy Speaks Out on Palestine
In a powerful address at the United Nations General Assembly emergency special session, Fu Cong, China's permanent representative to the UN, urged Israel to end its presence in the occupied Palestinian territories. He emphasized the need for immediate action, highlighting decades of struggle and hardship faced by the Palestinian people.
"Ending the occupation isn't just an option—it's a legal obligation," Fu declared, reminding everyone of the long-standing international consensus. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) recently affirmed that Israel's continued presence violates international law, calling for an immediate end to the unlawful occupation.
🕊️ A Step Towards Peace
Fu stressed that ending the occupation is essential not only to correct historical injustices but also to lay the groundwork for lasting peace in the region. He pointed out that the ongoing situation has hindered the Palestinians' right to self-determination, making the dream of an independent state seem ever more elusive.
"Independent statehood is the inalienable right of the Palestinian people," he stated. "Only by establishing an independent State of Palestine can we hope for peace and tranquility where both Palestinians and Israelis live side by side."
🌐 Reviving the Two-State Solution
The ambassador called on the international community to ramp up efforts to implement the two-state solution, which envisions Israel and Palestine coexisting peacefully as separate states. He urged nations to hold Israel accountable to UN resolutions, cease military operations in Gaza, and stop illegal settlement activities in the West Bank.
"China advocates for a broader and more effective international peace conference," Fu said, proposing a fresh roadmap with clear timelines to make the two-state solution a reality.
🚀 A Historic Moment
The session marked a significant milestone as the State of Palestine introduced a draft resolution focusing on the implementation of the ICJ's advisory opinion. China pledged its support, hoping the resolution would inject new momentum into efforts to end the occupation and advance peace in the Middle East.
"Today is a historic moment," Fu remarked, expressing optimism for the future.
🌟 What's Next?
As the international community watches closely, there's hope that these renewed efforts could spark meaningful change. For many young people around the world, including those of us in Latin America, this is a reminder of the power of global solidarity and the ongoing quest for justice and peace.
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