Egypt co-sponsors high-level UN event to protect Palestinian children

CAIRO - 24 September 2024: Egypt, along with countries such as Palestine, Jordan, South Africa, Ireland, Slovenia, Spain, Algeria, Belgium, Malaysia, and Colombia, co-sponsored a high-level event in collaboration with the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) and Save the Children. The event focused on addressing the systematic killing of Palestinian children and the destruction of educational infrastructure, which hampers the ability of UN agencies to carry out their missions. The event took place on the sidelines of the Future Summit in New York.

International Participation to Address the Palestinian Crisis

The high-level gathering saw participation from Queen Rania of Jordan, as well as Prime Ministers from Palestine, Ireland, Slovenia, and Spain’s Foreign Minister. Also present were ambassadors, permanent representatives, deputy foreign ministers, and members of civil society from various United Nations member states.

Egypt Calls for Accountability and Recognition of Palestinian Rights

In his speech, Egypt's Deputy Assistant Minister of Foreign Affairs for United Nations Affairs, Ambassador Dr. Obaida El-Dandarawy, emphasized the growing importance of addressing Israel's unlawful actions as recognized by the International Court of Justice and UN General Assembly resolutions. He stressed the need to hold Israel accountable for its violations.

El-Dandarawy also highlighted the significance of recognizing the State of Palestine as part of a two-state solution. He stated that real protection for Palestinian children hinges on an immediate ceasefire, unhindered humanitarian aid, and the end of the Israeli occupation of all Palestinian territories.