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Group of 77 Condemns Israeli Occupation of Palestinian Territory

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The Group of 77 and China, a collective of 77 developing countries, has issued a statement expressing deep concern over the ongoing Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territory. The statement, delivered by a representative on behalf of the group, highlights the severe impact of Israel's actions on the daily lives of Palestinian civilians, including the destruction of homes, displacement, and devastation in Gaza. The group emphasizes the need for immediate humanitarian action to address the catastrophic situation in Gaza, where the majority of the population has been dispossessed and impoverished.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Group of 77 and China condemns Israel's military occupation of the Palestinian territory, citing ongoing violations of international humanitarian and human rights law.
  • The occupation has caused widespread destruction, displacement, and devastation in Gaza, with the majority of the population dispossessed and impoverished.
  • The group emphasizes the urgent need for immediate humanitarian action to address the catastrophic situation in Gaza, including the provision of food, water, medical supplies, and shelter.
  • The Group welcomes the convening of the High-Level International Conference for the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and calls for the full implementation of the New York Declaration towards realizing Palestinian self-determination and independence.

Statistics:

  • The majority of the population in Gaza (approximately 1.8 million) has been dispossessed and impoverished due to Israel's actions.
  • The Gaza Strip has seen unprecedented levels of destruction, with nearly all food production capacities and agricultural lands destroyed.
  • The occupying Power's use of starvation as a weapon of war has been confirmed, with the first-ever recorded famine in Gaza.
  • The ICJ advisory opinion has determined Israel's presence to be unlawful, and it must be brought to a rapid end.

Sources:

  • Group of 77 press release
  • United Nations Resolutions, including resolution 2334
  • Importance of Strengthening UNRWA and its renewal of mandate and life-saving humanitarian and development work.
  • ICJ advisory opinion on the illegality of Israel's presence in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.

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