The United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution with a sweeping majority, declaring the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as void and asking member states not to move their embassies to the city. This highlighted the U.S.'s isolation on this issue at the global stage.
In response to the United States' controversial decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel, the United Nations General Assembly took a decisive stance. They passed a resolution by an overwhelming majority, effectively declaring the U.S. recognition of Jerusalem as null and void. This resolution was a clear statement from the international community, reflecting broad disapproval of the U.S. move. It emphasized the view that the status of Jerusalem should be determined through negotiations, adhering to international law and previous U.N. resolutions. The General Assembly also urged member states not to relocate their embassies to Jerusalem, maintaining the status quo until a more universally agreed-upon solution could be reached.
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