Israel Seeks UN's Respect in Push for Security Council Seat

  • With Trump in the White House, time may be right for Israel
  • Germany and Belgium also competing for two seats on council
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Outreach to Africa, educational trips for foreign diplomats and a more conciliatory Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu make it clear: Israel is campaigning to overcome its acrimonious relationship with the United Nations in time to win a coveted spot on the Security Council next year.

Israel is working to rally enough votes in the 193-member General Assembly to defeat either Germany or Belgium in a three-way race for two spots on the UN’s most powerful body.