United Nations Resolutions Related to Israel

It’s difficult to provide a complete list of all UN resolutions related to Israel that the US has opposed, as there are many, and the US has a history of opposing resolutions critical of Israel. However, here’s a summary of the types of resolutions and some examples:

Types of Resolutions the US Often Opposes

  • Resolutions condemning Israeli actions: These often focus on Israeli settlements in the occupied territories, actions in Gaza, or the treatment of Palestinians.
  • Resolutions related to the status of Jerusalem: The US has consistently opposed resolutions that it views as undermining Israel’s claim to Jerusalem as its capital.
  • Resolutions related to Palestinian rights: The US has often voted against resolutions that it believes are overly critical of Israel and do not adequately address the Israeli perspective.
  • Resolutions related to the UN Special Bodies: The US has opposed resolutions related to special bodies in the UN system that it believes perpetuate an anti-Israel bias.

Examples of Resolutions

  • Resolutions condemning Israeli settlements: The US has consistently opposed resolutions condemning Israeli settlements in the occupied territories, viewing them as a legitimate part of Israel’s security.
  • Resolutions related to the UNRWA: The US has opposed resolutions related to the UN Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), viewing it as biased against Israel.
  • Resolutions related to the Golan Heights: The US has opposed resolutions that call for the return of the Golan Heights to Syria, viewing it as a strategic asset for Israel
  • Resolutions related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict: The US has opposed resolutions that it believes are one-sided and do not adequately address the Israeli perspective.

Key Points:

  • The US has used its veto power in the UN Security Council to block resolutions critical of Israel.
  • The US has a strong history of supporting Israel, and this has often led to it opposing resolutions that are critical of Israel.
  • The US’s stance on these resolutions has been criticized by some as being overly supportive of Israel and hindering the peace process.

 

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