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From the Liveblog of
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
From the Liveblog of
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
UN envoy warns of ‘perpetual reality of permanent occupation’ without peace deal
UN Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process Nickolay Mladenov addresses the UN Security Council on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Mladenov warns of a “perpetual reality of permanent occupation” in the absence of a two-state deal.
He says there is a need for “meaningful” negotiations on all final status issues, including Jerusalem’s status. He says a “sustainable peace” can only be achieved by a two-state solution reached through negotiations.
Mladenov calls for continued support for Palestinian refugees and, in a veiled criticism of the US, chides UN member states that have cut their contributions.
