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Canada Abstains from UN Motion Calling on Israel to End Occupation of Gaza, West Bank

  • Canada abstained from a UN vote calling for Israel to end its occupation of the Gaza Strip and West Bank, citing concerns over its one-sided nature.
  • The resolution was based on an International Court of Justice ruling, with 124 votes in favor and 43 abstentions.
  • Canada's ambassador expressed concerns over isolating Israel and its potential impact on peace.