Feb 6

Feb 6 Israel Withdraws from UN Human Rights Council following US footsteps

Introduction

Israel withdrew from the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) on February 5, 2025, following a similar move by the United States. Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar announced the decision, condemning the council’s “obsessive demonization” of Israel and its failure to address human rights abuses by other nations.

Key Details of Israel’s Withdrawal

Bias Allegations

Sa’ar criticized the UNHRC for dedicating a permanent agenda item (Item 7) solely to Israel, calling it discriminatory. Israel has faced over 100 condemnatory resolutions at the council—more than Iran, Cuba, North Korea, and Venezuela combined.

Antisemitism Accusations

The council was accused of propagating antisemitism and focusing on “attacking a democratic country” instead of promoting global human rights.

Failure to Condemn Hamas

A political source highlighted the council’s refusal to condemn Hamas’ October 7, 2023, massacre in Israel as a catalyst for the withdrawal.

U.S. Influence

The decision came one day after President Donald Trump ordered the U.S. to exit the UNHRC and halt funding for the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA), citing disproportionate financial contributions and anti-Israel bias. Israel’s alignment with the U.S. reflects a shared view that the council shields human rights violators while targeting democracies.

Historical Context

Israel previously withdrew from the UNHRC in 2012 before rejoining in 2015. Ambassador Daniel Meron will no longer attend council sessions but will remain in Geneva for other UN engagements.

Conclusion

The withdrawal underscores deepening tensions between Israel and international institutions, with both Israel and the U.S. framing the UNHRC as ineffective and politically motivated

FAF additional review

The United Nations has substantiated all allegations, including those presented to the International Criminal Court (ICC), regarding Israel's actions.

Israel appears to be attempting to avoid accountability from both the UN and ICC concerning these allegations of genocide. Even Brussels has recognized acts of genocide connected to Israel.

With the United States supporting Israel, there seems to be a lack of concern about potential repercussions. This situation does not appear to be conducive to fostering global peace.

Look at the irony UNHRC Geneva, Switzerland, Europe - Palais Wilson, office of United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights was named after U.S. President Woodrow Wilson and US withdrew leading Israel to do the same.

Finally, all going on with Palestine is morally wrong even though we dont take sides except side of a clear conscious.

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