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US to Deny Mahmoud Abbas Entry to UN General Assembly Despite Erdogan's Mediation Efforts
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 2 hours ago
What happened
The Trump administration will block Mahmoud Abbas and senior Palestinian officials from entering New York for the UN General Assembly, despite Erdogan's mediation. Abbas condemned the move as illegal and urged the US to reverse it, while reaffirming commitment to peace and international law.
- 01The US will deny entry visas to Mahmoud Abbas and senior Palestinian officials for the UN General Assembly.
- 02Turkish President Erdogan attempted to mediate but was unsuccessful.
- 03Abbas is still expected to speak at the UN General Assembly.
- 04Abbas called the US decision a violation of international law and UN protocols.
- 05The Palestinian Authority demands the US reconsider and reverse the visa denial.
- 06Abbas reaffirmed commitment to international law and peace obligations in a letter to world leaders.
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