Shtayyeh welcomes French support for Palestine’s UN vote

PLO's Negotiations Affairs Department said in a press release that senior Palestinian official and Fatah Central Committee member Dr. Muhammad Shtayyeh welcomed the increasing public support expressed by several countries in the lead up to the historic vote for Palestine at the UN General Assembly this Thursday, November 29. "On Thursday, countries have the option to vote for peace and justice or to vote for impunity; to give a green light for freedom or a green light for apartheid; to say yes to the two-state solution or yes to the expansionist and illegal policies of the Israeli government." He continued "Voting for Palestine at the UN is an opportunity for countries to stand on the right side of history. We are delighted to see a clear majority lending their support to the path of justice." On the announcement made by France to support Palestine's vote, Dr. Shtayyeh said: "This announcement illustrates France's commitment to democracy human rights, and reflecting the will of the majority of French people, who support Palestine's quest for freedom and right to self determination. We are very thankful to France and we call upon other European governments to announce their support for Palestinian freedom. This is long overdue." Dr Shtayyeh delivered his statement from New York.