Finland has taken a strong stance on the conflict in Gaza by supporting a resolution adopted by the UN’s Human Rights Council that calls for the suspension of all arms sales to Israel. The resolution, which was backed by 28 out of 47 members of the Council, marks Finland’s first official position on the matter.
As the UN’s primary intergovernmental body for protecting and promoting human rights, the Council emphasized the need to halt arms sales to Israel in order to prevent further violations of international humanitarian law and human rights. The resolution also drew attention to the International Criminal Court’s warning of a risk of genocide in Gaza and called for an immediate ceasefire and the delivery of humanitarian aid.
The continued conflict and humanitarian crisis in Gaza highlight the urgent need for international diplomacy and action to address the situation. The UN Security Council is set to discuss the situation in the Middle East, including the conflict in Gaza, on Friday. A previous resolution passed by the Security Council demanding an immediate halt to the fighting has not yet had an impact in Gaza.
