Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama has strongly criticized the United States for denying visas to Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas and his delegation, preventing them from attending the 80th UN General Assembly.
Mahama described the move as “deeply troubling” and warned that it sets a dangerous precedent for the United Nations.
Delivering his address at the UN General Assembly in New York on September 25, 2025, Mahama reaffirmed Ghana’s unwavering support for Palestine, recalling the country’s formal recognition of the State of Palestine in 1988. He emphasized Ghana’s consistent backing of a two-state solution, dismissing claims that this would reward militant groups like Hamas.
Mahama also highlighted the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza, condemning the “collective punishment” of Palestinians. He criticized the UN for using vague language to describe the situation, stating, “For nearly two years, and for fear of reprisals, we here in this General Assembly have been playing hide and seek with language to find the right words to help us avoid or excuse what we all know is taking place in Gaza.”
The President urged the UN to take decisive action to end the “crimes” being committed in Gaza, warning that continued delays in global intervention would lead to more unnecessary loss of life. Thousands of Palestinians have already lost their lives in the past two years, Mahama lamented.
In his address, Mahama called on the UN to demonstrate moral courage and act decisively to resolve the Israel-Palestine conflict.
This incident highlights the complexities of international diplomacy and the challenges faced by global leaders in addressing sensitive geopolitical issues.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
