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November 29 -International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People
International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People is a wonderful initiative by United Nations. Also known as Solidarity Day, it is annually observed on November 29. The occasion is observed globally and sympathizes with cause and struggles of Palestinian people. If we look at the history of this eventful day, it started with adoption of resolution on the partition of Palestine by the UN General Assembly on November 29, 1947. Then on December 2, 1977, there was a demand for observance of November 29 as the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. The final move came on December 1, 2003 when members’ states were asked to provide continued support the cause and observe the day.
The further development for the cause of Palestinian people took place when UN General Assembly requested that the “Committee on the Exercise of the Inalienable Rights of the Palestinian People and the Division for Palestinian Rights of the Secretariat should continue to organize an annual exhibit on Palestinian rights or a cultural event with the Permanent Observer Mission of Palestine to the United Nations”. This request was a part of the observance of the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.
The above mentioned resolutions have proved crucial in providing support to the Palestinian people. Many countries provide great support to the International Day of Solidarity with Palestinian People. This is a special day in the history of Palestine. Throughout their history, Palestinian people have suffered a lot. Conflicts and violence have taken thousands of lives and yet there is no end in the sight. The heart of the people goes with what Palestinian citizens have to go through every day. It is never easy to live in conflict prone zone where there is no guarantee of life and yet these people have kept up with atrocious acts and that is truly commendable. On November 29, special events are organized in some UN offices, councils, government bodies and organizations with special interest in the Palestinian issues.
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