DEVELOPING UN General Assembly passes resolution condemning US Jerusalem move

New York (dpa) - The UN General Assembly has passed a resolution asking the United States to withdraw its decision to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of Israel.One hundred and twenty-eight countries voted in favour, with nine against and 35 abstentions. Applause erupted through the General Assembly hall as the vote passed.Australia, Canada, Mexico and the Philippines were among those who abstained.US President Donald Trump announced his country‘s recognition of Jerusalem as Israel‘s capital on December 6 and said he would move the embassy to the contested city, sparking anger and condemnation worldwide.