UN Approves Abbas Video Address After US Visa Denial
Source: UN approves video address by Palestine’s Abbas after US visa refusal (2025-09-19)
The United Nations has authorized Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas to deliver a video address amid ongoing tensions in the Israel-Palestine conflict. This decision comes after the United States refused to grant Abbas a visa to attend the UN meeting in person. Despite the US visa refusal, the UN's approval allows Abbas to communicate his message remotely, highlighting the continued international engagement in the conflict. The situation underscores the complex diplomatic challenges surrounding the region.