Palestine's Ambassador to the United Nations, Dr. Riyad Mansour, has commended Egypt's significant role and efforts in supporting the Palestinian cause. In an interview with Al-Qahera News on the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, Mansour expressed his appreciation for Egypt's stance. He highlighted the importance of Egypt's position in opposing the forced displacement of Palestinians. Mansour emphasized that Gaza is an integral part of the Palestinian state.
Mansour discussed the progress made since the announcement of the Gaza plan, launched by US President Donald Trump, a year ago. The plan consists of twenty points and aims to address the situation in Gaza. Mansour stated that the most significant achievement is the ceasefire agreement. The ceasefire, which was approved nearly a year ago, has entered a stage of calm. However, Mansour stressed that Palestinian demands remain to ensure a complete and permanent end to aggression.
The Palestinian ambassador warned of Israel's attempts to make life in Gaza unbearable. He expressed concern over increasing attacks by Israeli forces and settlers in the West Bank and Gaza. Mansour praised Egypt's firm and clear stance against forced displacement. He emphasized that Gaza is part of the Palestinian state, with Jerusalem as its capital. Mansour called for the start of reconstruction efforts and the connection of Gaza to the West Bank.
Mansour stressed that the twenty-point plan requires full implementation, starting from the ceasefire to the political horizon and the right to self-determination. He pointed to UN Security Council Resolution 2803, which emphasizes the need to implement the plan in all its aspects. Mansour also highlighted the importance of the New York Declaration and the references of the international coalition.
Mansour accused Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of defying international agreements. He stated that the international community will not allow the Israeli government to cancel Palestinian rights or steal their land. Mansour emphasized that the Palestinian people have made significant sacrifices, with over 250,000 people killed, missing, or injured, mostly children.
Mansour conveyed the Palestinian message to international meetings, stressing the refusal to return to the pre-October 2023 situation. He emphasized that the Palestinian people seek to end the occupation and establish an independent state. Mansour concluded by condemning the obstacles and restrictions imposed on the Palestinian delegation, describing them as regrettable and condemnable.
Mansour denounced the prevention of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas from attending the General Assembly. He described it as a sad and condemnable act that violates the agreement between the UN and the US. Mansour emphasized that the Palestinian cause remains strongly present in the conscience of the international community and the city of New York.
Key points
- Egypt's efforts in supporting the Palestinian cause have been praised by Palestine's UN ambassador.
- The Palestinian ambassador emphasized the importance of implementing the twenty-point Gaza plan.
- The Palestinian people seek to end the occupation and establish an independent state.
