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Why in News:
- Recently, India voted in favor of a United Nations General Assembly resolution expressing concern over Israel’s continued occupation of the Syrian Golan.
Key Points:
- Background: The Syrian Golan, located in southwest Syria, was occupied by Israeli forces on June 5, 1967.
- The resolution was introduced by Egypt. It received 91 votes in favor, 8 against, and 62 abstentions.
- Countries Voting Against: Australia, Canada, Israel, the U.K., and the U.S. were among those who voted against the resolution.
- Resolution’s Focus: The resolution emphasized the illegality of Israeli settlement construction in the Golan region.
