This is a news article from the International Online on April 3, 2024:
According to a CNN report on the 2nd, the Palestinian Permanent Observer State Mission to the United Nations has once again applied to join the United Nations and become a full member. The application was made on the instructions of the Palestinian leadership, with a letter from Riyad Riyad, Palestine’s permanent representative to the United Nations. This application comes after Palestine’s initial submission in September 2011, which was not approved by the Security Council. Instead, on November 29, 2012, the 67th United Nations General Assembly granted Palestine UN observer state status.
However, the recent application faces challenges as the United States, a close ally of Israel, may use its veto power in the Security Council to hinder the process. The Security Council is scheduled to hold a meeting on the situation in Gaza on April 18, and the application has been forwarded to the council for consideration.
Many observers believe that the Palestinian application may have a difficult path due to potential US opposition. Richard Gaughan, an analyst, mentioned that the US may find it challenging to accept the proposal as it could complicate the ongoing conflict in the region.
China has expressed support for Palestine becoming a full member of the United Nations and has called for Security Council members to stop obstructing this process. They propose convening an international peace conference to work towards a two-state solution.
President Abbas of Palestine recently authorized the formation of a new government in response to pressure from the US and Israel. The new government aims to pursue full membership in the United Nations.
Overall, the Palestinian application for United Nations membership faces uncertainties due to geopolitical challenges, particularly from the United States and its allies. The process is ongoing, and further developments are expected in the coming weeks.