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Israel and the United States have come under fire after voting against a United Nations resolution reaffirming the absolute prohibition of torture. The vote, held during the 80th session of the General Assembly last week, saw 169 nations support the measure. Only three states opposed: the US, Israel, and Argentina. The UN General Assembly resolution against torture was rejected by only three countries: the US, Israel, and Argentina, who remind the world that they oppose even the most basic principles of humanity. pic.twitter.com/r7aPIxdCJ7 — Jason Hickel (@jasonhickel) November 23, 2025 The resolution reaffirms the absolute prohibition of torture under international law and renews calls for all states to prevent torture, aid victims, and hold perpetrators accountable. READ: Palestinian prisoner Abu […]
