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Palestinian Diplomat Nasser al-Kidwa's Legacy at the UN

6/12/2025

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Nasser al-Kidwa, a distinguished Palestinian diplomat, championed Palestine's cause at the UN from 1991 to 2004, famously taking Israel's wall to the International Court of Justice. His impactful career also included roles as foreign affairs minister and key positions within the UN, such as deputy special envoy for Syria and special envoy to Libya.

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Nasser al-Kidwa, a distinguished Palestinian diplomat, championed Palestine's cause at the UN from 1991 to 2004, famously taking Israel's wall to the International Court of Justice. His impactful career also included roles as foreign affairs minister and key positions within the UN, such as deputy special envoy for Syria and special envoy to Libya.