Published on 28 Sep 2011 by Euronews - The UN Security Council has handed the Palestinian bid for full membership of the world body to a review panel, which will deliver its verdict within the coming weeks.
The Palestinians currently have observer status but want to be recognised as a member state.
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Council resolutions need nine votes in favour and no vetoes to pass. The United States, as one of the permanent five veto-wielding members, has said it will block the bid.
Council resolutions need nine votes in favour and no vetoes to pass. The United States, as one of the permanent five veto-wielding members, has said it will block the bid.