Ten Nations Dissented as UN General Assembly Addressed Palestinian Statehood
UNITED NATIONS - On Friday, September 12, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly considered the recognition of an independent Palestinian state, resulting in dissent from ten member nations. The votes highlight ongoing global divisions regarding the israeli-Palestinian conflict and the path toward a two-state solution. This action underscores the complex geopolitical landscape surrounding Palestinian statehood and signals continued debate within the international community regarding its legitimacy and timing.
The dissenting votes – representing a mix of nations across several continents – carry symbolic weight, demonstrating a reluctance to fully endorse Palestinian statehood without further negotiation or resolution of core issues. While the General Assembly vote itself is non-binding, it reflects international sentiment and can influence future diplomatic efforts. Several of the dissenting nations maintain close ties with either Israel or the United States, factors likely influencing their positions.
The ten countries that voted against recognizing an independent Palestinian state are: Israel, the United States, Argentina, Hungary, Papua New Guinea, Micronesia, Paraguay, Palau, Tonga, and Nauru.
Twelve additional nations chose to abstain from the vote: Albania, Cameroon, Czech Republic, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Guatemala, Samoa, South Sudan, the Democratic Republic of the Kongo, North Macedonia, and moldova.
The vote follows decades of international efforts to broker a lasting peace agreement between Israel and Palestine, with limited success. The status of Jerusalem,Israeli settlements in the West Bank,and the right of return for Palestinian refugees remain key obstacles to a comprehensive resolution.