Why it matters:
Malaysia’s demand reflects mounting frustration in the Global South over international inaction against the Zionist regime’s atrocities. It could encourage more Muslim-majority and non-aligned nations to pursue similar measures, further isolating Tel Aviv diplomatically.
The big picture:
The Zionist regime’s devastating war on Gaza — which has killed tens of thousands of Palestinians, mostly women and children — has been widely condemned worldwide. Yet, meaningful accountability has been blocked repeatedly at the UN by Western powers, leaving the regime emboldened to continue war crimes despite ICJ rulings and UNSC resolutions.
What he is saying:
“Now is the time for the Zionist regime’s UN membership to be suspended and for sanctions to be imposed by all countries. Sanctions can limit the flow of weapons to this regime,” Hassan said, stressing that “a large part of the international community demands preventing the implementation of the Zionist regime’s plans to occupy and destroy Gaza.”
Key points:
- Malaysia will formally raise the suspension demand at the upcoming UN General Assembly.
- Echoes similar moves by South Africa and other Global South nations pushing for sanctions and accountability.
- Over 60,000 Palestinians have been killed since October 2023, most of them women and children.
Go deeper:
UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese has described the Zionist regime’s actions in Gaza as “the cruellest genocide of modern times.”
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