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Politico: Ireland to recognize state of Palestine on May 22
Ireland will officially recognize the independent state of Palestine if two more European countries do the same, Politico reports.
UN Security Council rejects Russia's proposal to ban weapons in space
The UN Security Council rejected a resolution proposed by Russia that called for a permanent ban on the placement of weapons in space.
UN meeting commences with a minute of silence for Iranian president at Russia's request
Today's UN Security Council session focuses on preventing an arms race in outer space.
Israeli government rejects UN resolution elevating Palestinian Authority's status
The Israeli government unanimously approved Benjamin Netanyahu's proposal to reject the UN General Assembly's recognition of a Palestinian state.
UN General Assembly to consider recognition of Palestinian state
The decisions made by the General Assembly are advisory, the adoption of this resolution wouldn't mean the establishment of a Palestinian state.
Volker Türk voices concern over crackdown on anti-Israel demonstrations in the US
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights expressed alarm at the severe actions taken by US law enforcement against pro-Palestinian protestors.
UN court to deliver verdict on alleged German role in 'Palestinian genocide'
Representatives of Germany expressed confidence that the lawsuit would collapse.