A historic moment: Palestine's dream of joining the UN General Assembly has come true, and the support of the international community is undoubted
In the torrent of history, there are always some moments that can stir up thousands of waves and become the footnotes of the times. The scene at the special session of the United Nations General Assembly on May 10 was one of them. Palestine, a nation that has endured many vicissitudes, has finally ushered in a historic moment after many twists and turns – becoming a new member of the United Nations. This moment is not only a victory for Palestine, but also a vivid manifestation of the support of the international community.
Overwhelming majority: Palestine's dream of joining the United Nations has come true
The results of the vote at the special session of the General Assembly are like a bright dawn that illuminates the way forward for Palestine. With 143 votes in favour, 9 against and 25 abstentions, this overwhelming majority is undoubtedly a strong expression of the anger and dissatisfaction of the international community. As one of them, China firmly voted in favor and stood on the right side of history along with 142 other countries.
Opposition vs. Abstentions: Who's on the cusp?
After the results of the vote were announced, those countries that voted against and abstained from voting were undoubtedly the target of public criticism. Of the nine negative votes, Israel and the United States naturally bore the brunt. In particular, the position of the United States, as a global superpower, on this matter has undoubtedly aroused widespread concern and questions from the international community. The European countries that abstained from voting, while ostensibly neutral, were in fact silent protests against Israel and the United States.
France and Norway: Europe's "Outliers"
It is worth mentioning that in this vote, European countries such as France and Norway chose a different path than most European countries. They voted firmly in favour, adding important weight to the Palestinian path to joining the Union. This move has undoubtedly made the international community see the differences and contradictions within Europe on the Palestinian issue.
The anger of the Israeli ambassador: a provocation to the UN Charter or helplessness?
At the moment when the Palestinian dream of joining the United Nations came true, the angry actions of Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Gilad Edan, became another eye-catching sight. His move of throwing the Charter of the United Nations into a small shredded cardboard box is undoubtedly a provocation to the United Nations and the international community. However, behind this, can we see his helplessness and despair?
Conclusion: With the hearts of the international community turned their backs, where is Palestine headed?
This is a historic moment, and it is the support of the international community. Although Palestine's road to joining the Union was tortuous and bumpy, it finally ushered in the dawn of victory. However, this is only the beginning, and the road ahead for Palestine remains fraught with challenges and uncertainties. But in any case, we should remember this moment — the efforts and persistence of the international community for the just cause of Palestine. Because in this world, justice and freedom are always the ideals we all pursue.