Pakistan has once again stated the obvious as it called for creation of an independent Palestinian State. The UN General Assembly resolution passed with an overwhelming vote on Tuesday comes as a warning statement that Israel cannot continue to linger on with occupation, and it's time for withdrawal and a peaceful settlement of the territorial dispute.

The momentum gets an impetus from the recent ceasefire announced in Gaza and the multinational plan to rehabilitate the Gazans, disarm the militias and bring an end to the Jewish state encroachment. As 151 countries voted in favour with 11 abstaining and 11 voting against the resolution, it squarely reflected that Tel Aviv is on a losing streak and the only way for it is to respect international law, and stand accountable for the excesses c

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