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Palestinian Authority Demands End to Israeli Aggression in East Jerusalem

The Palestinian Authority has issued a statement calling for an immediate end to Israeli aggression in East Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank, as well as the desecration of holy sites in the city.

Reaffirming UN Resolutions

In the statement, the Palestinian Authority recalled all relevant United Nations General Assembly and Security Council resolutions on the City of Al-Quds Al-Sharif, including resolutions 242 (1967), 252 (1968), and 478 (1980). The statement also reaffirmed previous UN resolutions, including resolution ES 2/10, which condemned Israeli practices in occupied East Jerusalem and the rest of the Occupied Palestinian Territory.

Condemning Israeli Aggression

The Palestinian Authority strongly condemned Israel’s continuing aggression against Islamic and Christian holy sites in Al-Quds Al-Sharif, particularly the threats to storm and imperil the holy Al-Aqsa Mosque. The statement warned that any attempt to Judaize or divide the mosque would lead to an outbreak of religious conflict in the region.

Reiterating Palestinian Sovereignty

The statement reaffirmed that Al-Quds Al-Sharif is the capital of the independent State of Palestine and rejected any attempt to undermine Palestinian sovereignty over the city. The Palestinian Authority also welcomed the formation of the OIC Ministerial Contact Group on Jerusalem, which aims to coordinate international efforts to protect the holy city.

International Community’s Role

The statement called on the international community to respect all relevant UN resolutions, particularly Security Council resolutions 465 and 478. The Palestinian Authority urged the international community to work towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict and to support the Palestinian people in their struggle for self-determination.

Background

The City of Al-Quds Al-Sharif is a disputed territory that has been occupied by Israel since 1967. The Palestinian Authority claims sovereignty over the city and considers it to be the capital of the State of Palestine. Israel, on the other hand, has annexed East Jerusalem and claims the entire city as its eternal capital.

Reactions

The statement by the Palestinian Authority was met with widespread condemnation from Israeli officials, who accused the Palestinians of promoting terrorism and violence in the city. The international community has called for restraint on both sides and has reiterated its support for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The European Union has also condemned Israel’s settlement expansion in East Jerusalem and has called for an end to the occupation of Palestinian territory.

Key Points

  • The Palestinian Authority demands an immediate end to Israeli aggression in East Jerusalem and the occupied West Bank.
  • The statement reaffirms UN resolutions on Al-Quds Al-Sharif, including resolutions 242, 252, and 478.
  • The Palestinian Authority condemns Israel’s continuing aggression against holy sites in Al-Quds Al-Sharif.
  • The statement rejects any attempt to undermine Palestinian sovereignty over the city.
  • The international community is called upon to respect UN resolutions and work towards a peaceful resolution of the conflict.