Israeli Withdrawal from U.N. Human Rights Council

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar announced Israel's withdrawal from the U.N. Human Rights Council due to protection of human rights abusers, antisemitic rhetoric, and harassment of Israel. President Trump also withdrew the U.S. for similar reasons and terminated support for UNRWA. Sa’ar criticized the Council for targeting Israel disproportionately and perpetuating the Israel-Palestinian conflict.

Key Points

  • Israel and the U.S. withdrew from the U.N. Human Rights Council due to bias and targeting of Israel
  • Criticism of UNRWA for alleged ties to Hamas
  • Disproportionate condemnation of Israel by the Council
  • Accusations of antisemitism and spreading misinformation against the Council

Pros

  • Taking a stand against the U.N. Human Rights Council's bias and unfair treatment of Israel
  • Highlighting the protection of human rights abusers by the Council

Cons

  • Potential backlash from other U.N. member states
  • Impact on future diplomatic relations with the U.N.