Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, made a strong appeal to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), urging the body to take decisive action to prevent the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict from spiraling further out of control. Speaking at a UNSC meeting in New York, Prince Faisal expressed frustration over the lack of progress in resolving the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, despite numerous resolutions passed by the UN General Assembly.
Addressing the Security Council, Prince Faisal condemned the failure to stop the catastrophic humanitarian situation in Gaza, which has seen no respite even as fighting intensifies. He noted that the escalating violence, including Israeli airstrikes in southern Beirut and missile attacks by Hezbollah on Israeli facilities, signals a growing regional conflict.
The Saudi Foreign Minister criticized the UNSC members for their over-reliance on the veto power to block efforts toward peace. “Since last October, six out of ten draft resolutions were vetoed,” he said, highlighting the council’s ineffectiveness in achieving a ceasefire and addressing the needs of the civilians in Gaza.
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Prince Faisal pointed out the failure of the Security Council to act, noting that resolutions passed even with majority support were blocked by the vetoes of **permanent members such as Russia, China, the US, France, and Britain. A specific example he cited was the vetoing of a US-proposed resolution in March, which called for an immediate ceasefire and a hostage deal between Israel and Hamas. The proposal was vetoed by Russia and China, while other efforts were undermined by US objections and British abstentions.
The minister urged the Security Council to reflect the international consensus that exists outside the chamber, where nations are calling for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid to Gaza. He stated that the persistent divide within the UNSC undermines its ability to perform effectively in resolving the crisis.
Prince Faisal also praised the UN General Assembly for passing resolutions that support Palestinian self-determination and call for Israel to end its occupation of Palestinian territories. He lauded the General Assembly’s decision to recognize Palestine’s eligibility for full UN membership, which has afforded the region additional privileges within the international body.
In conclusion, the Saudi Foreign Minister emphasized the need for the UNSC to uphold international law and fulfill its responsibility to protect civilians, stop the violence, and pave the way for a sustainable political solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. With ongoing hostilities and no ceasefire in sight, the international community continues to watch closely as the situation worsens.
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