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Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdel Ati and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud criticised the UN for a lack of action on global conflicts, during their speeches to the UN General Assembly in New York City on Sunday.
"The ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza for nearly a year and the aggression on the West Bank represent a real stain on the forehead of the international community and its institutions, which are unable to exert the minimum effort and pressure to stop this aggression." Abdel Ati claimed.
He also emphasised the need for permanent African and Arab representation on the UN Security Council, highlighting Egypt’s commitment to the 'Ezulwini Consensus' to end 'historical injustices.' That African Union position includes two permanent seats on the UNSC.
Meanwhile, Saudi Foreign Minister Farhan Al Saud said that the "absence of accountability and punishment" only "encourages Israel to escalate" the situation.
He also addressed the need for stability in Lebanon and Sudan, and a resolution of the Russian-Ukrainian crisis, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s role in mediating global issues.
On Friday, Israeli PM Benjamin NetayaNhu claimed his country 'wants peace' but warned 'we can strike anywhere', in a speech dominated by boos, cheers and mass walkout. Shortly afterwards, it was reported that Israel had conducted a huge strike on Beirut targeting Hezbollah's headquarters.
The UNGA high-level General Debate concludes on September 30.
Egyptian, Saudi FMs says United Nations’ legitimacy 'at stake' amid lack of action to end wars, cite UN's silence as catalyst for Israel's escalation
Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdel Ati and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud criticised the UN for a lack of action on global conflicts, during their speeches to the UN General Assembly in New York City on Sunday.
"The ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza for nearly a year and the aggression on the West Bank represent a real stain on the forehead of the international community and its institutions, which are unable to exert the minimum effort and pressure to stop this aggression." Abdel Ati claimed.
He also emphasised the need for permanent African and Arab representation on the UN Security Council, highlighting Egypt’s commitment to the 'Ezulwini Consensus' to end 'historical injustices.' That African Union position includes two permanent seats on the UNSC.
Meanwhile, Saudi Foreign Minister Farhan Al Saud said that the "absence of accountability and punishment" only "encourages Israel to escalate" the situation.
He also addressed the need for stability in Lebanon and Sudan, and a resolution of the Russian-Ukrainian crisis, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s role in mediating global issues.
On Friday, Israeli PM Benjamin NetayaNhu claimed his country 'wants peace' but warned 'we can strike anywhere', in a speech dominated by boos, cheers and mass walkout. Shortly afterwards, it was reported that Israel had conducted a huge strike on Beirut targeting Hezbollah's headquarters.
The UNGA high-level General Debate concludes on September 30.
Mandatory Credit: UNTV. News use only
Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdel Ati and his Saudi counterpart Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud criticised the UN for a lack of action on global conflicts, during their speeches to the UN General Assembly in New York City on Sunday.
"The ongoing Israeli aggression on Gaza for nearly a year and the aggression on the West Bank represent a real stain on the forehead of the international community and its institutions, which are unable to exert the minimum effort and pressure to stop this aggression." Abdel Ati claimed.
He also emphasised the need for permanent African and Arab representation on the UN Security Council, highlighting Egypt’s commitment to the 'Ezulwini Consensus' to end 'historical injustices.' That African Union position includes two permanent seats on the UNSC.
Meanwhile, Saudi Foreign Minister Farhan Al Saud said that the "absence of accountability and punishment" only "encourages Israel to escalate" the situation.
He also addressed the need for stability in Lebanon and Sudan, and a resolution of the Russian-Ukrainian crisis, highlighting Saudi Arabia’s role in mediating global issues.
On Friday, Israeli PM Benjamin NetayaNhu claimed his country 'wants peace' but warned 'we can strike anywhere', in a speech dominated by boos, cheers and mass walkout. Shortly afterwards, it was reported that Israel had conducted a huge strike on Beirut targeting Hezbollah's headquarters.
The UNGA high-level General Debate concludes on September 30.