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France lauded the resolution, claiming it isolates Hamas and pushes for disarmament. Meanwhile, all Gulf Arab states backed the declaration, which arrives just as many European nations—such as the UK, France, Canada, and Belgium—prepare to recognize a Palestinian state on the sidelines of the upcoming General Assembly meeting.
Implications for Middle East Politics
While the resolution may be more symbolic than substantive, it underscores the international community’s ongoing incapacity to forge a unified, pragmatic approach to the conflict. For Israel and the US, it appears as legitimization of Hamas while for others, it fuels hopes for a diplomatic breakthrough—though realistic or not, it further complicates the geopolitical landscape.