More than 100 countries want to fight Israel

WASHINGTON – More than 100 member countries PBB has signed a letter of support to the head of the group, Antonio Guterres, who criticized the Israeli government’s decision to ban him from entering the country.

The petition was initiated by Chile after Israel notified the UN Secretary General persona non grata on October 2, accusing him of failing to “clearly condemn” Iran.

After Iran’s attack, Guterres said he was “deeply concerned about the escalating conflict in Lebanon,” and criticized the escalation of the Middle East conflict with “an escalation when it was escalating. “

He later said “it should be clear” that he condemned “yesterday’s massive missile attack by Iran against Israel”.

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In a letter published by Chile’s Foreign Ministry on Friday, reportedly signed by the 104-nation UN coalition and the African Union, members expressed “deep concern” and “condemnation of recent statements from the Foreign Minister Israel,” arguing that “these actions undermine. the ability of the United Nations to fulfill its mandate, which includes conflict mediation and the provision of humanitarian assistance.”

“In the Middle East, this could delay the end of all hostilities and hinder the establishment of a credible path to a two-state solution,” the letter said, adding that Guterres’ work “remains critical to ensure communication, facilitate humanitarian efforts, and promote peace and stability in the entire world.”

The signatories reaffirmed their “full support and confidence” in Guterres and his commitment to “peace and security” and “promoting respect for international humanitarian law,” calling for “meaningful dialogue” to end eliminate enemies and achieve lasting peace in the Middle East.

Israel’s Foreign Minister, Israel Katz, defended the decision to blacklist Guterres, saying it was driven by repeated “misogynistic and anti-Israel behavior” and would not be repeated. to turn back.

“Guterres can continue to try to collect signatures in support of the United Nations, but his decision will not change,” Katz told X on Saturday.

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