UN Goes Big: 142 Nations Back Palestine!

On September 12, 2025, the United Nations General Assembly did something pretty historic: it overwhelmingly backed a resolution called the “New York Declaration,” voting 142 in favor, 10 against, and 12 abstaining.

Some of the countries that voted in favor:
Jordan, India, France, Saudi Arabia, Germany, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, Italy, Spain, Turkey, Brazil, South Africa, Indonesia, Mexico, Norway, Qatar, Japan, United Arab Emirates, Sweden, Netherlands… and many more.

What’s in the Declaration

• It calls for tangible, timebound, irreversible steps toward a two-state solution, meaning a formal, peaceful path toward creating a State of Palestine alongside "Israel".

• Hamas is named explicitly: the declaration demands Hamas release all hostages, end its rule in Gaza, and hand over its weapons to the Palestinian Authority under international supervision. 

• There’s also a push for a temporary international stabilization mission to help protect civilians and ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. 

Who Said No 

True, not everyone cheered:

• The 10 countries against the resolution include the United States, "Israel", Hungary, Argentina, Palau, Micronesia, Nauru, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, and Tonga. 

• The 12 abstentions were from countries like Albania, Cameroon, Czech Republic, Congo, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Fiji, Guatemala, North Macedonia, Moldova, Samoa, and South Sudan. 

Why This Matters

• It shows just how widespread global support is for Palestinian statehood not just words, but steps and timelines. 

• It’s a big diplomatic blow to those who’ve insisted the only path forward must come strictly through bilateral talks. When 142 out of 193 nations agree on something this significant, it’s a serious signal. 

The Pushback

• "Israel" and the U.S. called the resolution counterproductive. The U.S. said it “undermines serious diplomatic efforts” and accused it of giving political wins to Hamas. 

• Supporters argue now is the time: Gaza is suffering, diplomacy is stalling, and global public opinion is pushing for justice and recognition.

Source: Reuters