The United Nations has voted overwhelmingly in favor of allowing Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to deliver a pre-recorded speech at its annual General Assembly session, after the United States denied visas to the Palestinian delegation.
According to the Palestinian news agency WAFA, the resolution received the backing of 145 countries, while five opposed and six abstained.
The decision ensures Palestinian representation at this year’s high-level debates despite Washington’s refusal to grant entry permits to the Palestinian delegation. The U.S. move drew criticism from several member states, who viewed it as a violation of the principles of equal participation within the UN framework.
The recorded address by President Abbas is expected to highlight the latest developments in the Palestinian cause, including appeals for renewed international engagement toward ending the occupation and advancing the two-state solution.
Diplomats said the vote reflected widespread support for maintaining the Palestinian voice on the global stage, particularly at a time of heightened regional tensions.
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