The United Nations’ Special Rapporteur on Palestine, Francesca Albanese, has been reappointed to her position for an additional three-year term, despite a history of accusations regarding her stance against antisemites. This decision has stirred controversy given Albanese’s previous comments that have been perceived as supportive of Hamas and critical of Israel’s right to defend itself. Despite the criticism from multiple countries and organizations, including the United States, France, Hungary, the Netherlands, Israel, Argentina, Germany, and the United Kingdom, a UNHRC committee reviewed complaints against Albanese and concluded, based on her explanations, that she does not harbor antisemitic beliefs.

Hillel Neuer, the Executive Director of UN Watch, a group that has opposed Albanese’s continued role, expressed his dismay, stating that her reappointment reflects poorly on the state of the United Nations. Neuer’s sentiments are echoed by the U.S. Mission to the U.N. and the House Foreign Affairs Committee, both of which have criticized Albanese’s rhetoric as “virulent antisemitism” and an embodiment of “antisemitic tropes.” They contend that her stance not only undermines her role but also tarnishes the reputation of the UN as an institution.

The controversy surrounding Albanese’s reappointment highlights a broader issue of how cases of alleged violations of the UN’s Code of Conduct are handled. Despite complaints, Lauber, the UN Secretary-General, has not

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