BAGHDAD, Saturday May 11, 2024 (WAFA) –  The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs today welcomed the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) resolution backing Palestine’s bid to become a full UN member.

The Ministry affirmed in a press release that it supports all international efforts and endeavors aimed at Palestine obtaining full membership in the United Nations.

It also said that the resolution's adoption by a majority of 143 votes reflects an international consensus on the rights of the Palestinian people to self-determination and the embodiment of their independent and sovereign state.

Commenting on UNGA’s resolution, the Ministry further described such step as historic, stressing that it is a first step towards restoring full Palestinian rights and contributes to achieving peace in the region.

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