UN Membership Battle: Palestinian President Defies US Requests to Hold Off on Vote
Jerusalem, Israel – The United Nations Security Council is facing a standoff over the issue of Palestinian membership, with uncertainty surrounding the upcoming vote. Despite US requests to delay the decision, Palestinian President has rejected the pleas and is determined to push forward with the vote. Leaked cables have revealed White House opposition to Palestinian statehood, adding to the complexity of the situation. The UNSC committee’s inability to reach a consensus on the Palestinian bid …