Discurso do Representante Permanente, Embaixador Sérgio França Danese, na plenária da AGNU sobre o item 35 da agenda - 2 de dezembro de 2025 (texto em inglês)
Mr. President,
This debate is held at a crucial moment for the Middle East, particularly in the Occupied Palestinian Territory. This Assembly must continue to use every opportunity to defend international law, including humanitarian law and human rights law.
We yet again welcome the ceasefire in Gaza and hope it will provide meaningful and lasting relief to civilians who have endured catastrophic suffering. Even after the cessation of hostilities, civilians continue to pay the highest price. Their protection must remain at the center of all our decisions. In this regard, Brazil commends the explicit reference in the draft resolution to the Fourth Geneva Convention, which clearly affirm that the rights of protected civilians must be respect in all circumstances.
Brazil also welcomes the strengthened language regarding respect for international law. We also value the inclusion of the obligations listed in the July 2024 Advisory Opinion of the International Court of Justice. We also welcome the reference to the most recent Advisory Opinion of 22 October 2025, particularly concerning Israel`s obligations with regard to the presence and activities of the United Nations, other international organizations, and third States in the occupied Palestinian territory.
These are fundamental elements to confront the normalization of illegality, to ensure accountability, and to safeguard the integrity of the international legal system. Impunity cannot prevail over justice. Violations must be documented, investigated, and addressed. Respect for international law is not optional: it is a universal legal and moral imperative.
Brazil also appreciates the reference to the High-Level International Conference on the Peaceful Settlement of the Question of Palestine and the Implementation of the Two-State Solution, as well as the mention of the endorsement of the New York Declaration by this Assembly. The commitments made in July and reaffirmed in September must not remain rhetorical. Effective follow-up mechanisms and monitoring of implementation are essential to translate words into concrete progress.
Mr. President,
Brazil reiterates its unwavering support for the establishment of a sovereign and independent State of Palestine, based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital, living side by side with Israel in peace and security. We fully support efforts toward the unification of Gaza and the West Bank under the Palestinian Authority.
We call once again for an end to the occupation and for the reconstruction and recovery of Palestinian institutions with the support of the international community.
All illegal occupations must cease, in Palestine, Lebanon, and Syria. Only through justice, dignity, and equal rights will peace become possible.
Thank you.