The 193-member United Nations General Assembly passes a Uruguay-proposed resolution supporting Palestinian rights over natural resources in occupied territories, with India voting in favour. The measure is backed by 151 countries, opposed by seven and sees eleven abstentions, according to coverage.
The resolution reaffirms the permanent rights of Palestinians and the population of the Syrian Golan regarding land, water and energy resources. It calls on Israel to stop exploiting resources in occupied Palestinian territory and the Golan, halt construction of settlements and associated walls, and end destruction of infrastructure such as water pipelines and electricity networks. It also urges support for reconstruction efforts in Gaza.
Outlets describe India’s position within the broader UN vote. Two reports from NDTV focus on the voting tally and the fact that the resolution is framed as going against Israel, while The Hindu provides more detail on the resolution’s demands and context around occupied territories and reconstruction.
