UN Votes on Jerusalem Resolution

US Jerusalem decision 2017/2018, On Wednesday, the United Nations adopted a resolution with 128 countries opposing US President Donald Trump’s decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. Immediately after the UN resolution, the United States reaffirmed its position to move the embassy to Jerusalem, as declared by President Trump on December 6th.

US Response and Potential Aid Implications

US Jerusalem decision 2017/2018 Meanwhile, the US signaled that it might stop aid to countries that opposed its decision. Before and after the UN vote, the United States issued clear statements, emphasizing that “the US will not be taken advantage of any longer.” Additionally, UN Ambassador Nikki Haley stressed that no vote at the UN would alter the US move. UN resolution against US.

Resolution Introduced by Turkey and Yemen

In the United Nations, the US faced a significant setback when Turkey and Yemen introduced the resolution against recognizing Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. According to reports, 128 countries voted in favor of the resolution opposing the US decision, nine countries supported the US, and 35 countries abstained.

Statements from US Officials

After the resolution, Ambassador Nikki Haley stated, “No vote at the United Nations will make any difference on that.” However, she also added, “This vote will influence how Americans view the UN and how we approach countries that disrespect us.” Furthermore, she declared, “The United States will remember this day.” President Trump reinforced the message by saying, “We’re not going to be taken advantage of any longer.”

Ahead of Voting: Warnings and Expectations

Ahead of voting, President Trump warned, “Let them vote against us; we’ll save a lot. We don’t care. This isn’t like it used to be, where they could vote against you and then you pay them hundreds of millions or even billions of dollars.” Moreover, Ambassador Haley remarked, “As you consider your vote, the president and the US take this vote personally. The president will watch carefully and requested I report back on those who voted against us.” She further emphasized that “when we make generous contributions to the UN, we expect our goodwill to be recognized and respected.”

Global Reactions to the US Decision

On December 6, President Trump officially recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital. The move received support from Americans, Israel, and other allied partners. Later, Middle Eastern countries, including Iran, Yemen, Turkey, Palestine, and Saudi Arabia, opposed the decision. Turkey and Yemen introduced the Jerusalem resolution to the UN General Assembly, with support from Pakistan, Iran, and others, rejecting the US move.

Protests and UN Vote Outcome

As protests flared in the Middle East and Israel, the UN General Assembly rejected the US position. Nevertheless, President Trump and Ambassador Haley rejected the resolution, stating firmly, “No vote can change our stance on Jerusalem.”