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West Bank Joint Statement at UN: India Among 100+ Signatories

19 February 20261 min read
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRSWest Bank JointStatement at UN:India Among 100+Signatories19 February 2026safalsetu.com

Why in the news

India added its name to a joint declaration at the United Nations that took Israel to task over its conduct in the West Bank.

Key facts

  • Signatories: 100+ countries and international organisations, India included.
  • Focus: Israeli actions in the occupied West Bank.
  • The statement terms such actions violations of international law.
  • It also says they undermine peace efforts.

Exam angle

  • Forum: United Nations joint statement.
  • Territory: West Bank (occupied).
  • Related terms: international law, peace process.

Test yourself

1. India joined a UN joint statement criticising Israel's actions in which territory?

The statement concerns the occupied West Bank.

2. Roughly how many countries and organisations backed the UN joint statement on the West Bank that India signed?

The statement had 100+ signatories.

3. According to the UN West Bank statement signed by India, Israel's actions there violate what?

The statement says the actions violate international law.

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