US vetoes Palestinian bid for full UN membership
New York, April 19 (Hibya) - The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) rejected Palestine's bid to join the UN as a full member due to a US veto.
The Council did not adopt a draft resolution recommending the UN General Assembly to hold a broader vote on Palestine's full membership in the UN as a full-fledged state, with 12 votes in favour, one against, and two abstentions.
For a draft resolution to pass, at least nine Council members must vote in favour, and none of the permanent members (China, France, Russia, United Kingdom, US) must use veto power.
British News Agency
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