New Zealand votes against US and Israel at UNRNZ New Zealand is one of 128 nations who supported a UN resolution criticising the United States' decision to recognise Jerusalem as Israel's capital. New Zealand was among 128 nations voting for a UN resolution condemning the United States for recognising Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. Much of the world believes this act will harm a two state solution as Israel currently occupies parts of Palestinian East Jerusalem. 1 NEWS US President Trump has threatened to cut aid to countries if they vote to condemn the decision to recognise Jerusalem as the capital of Israel. "New Zealand has and has always had an independent foreign policy - we base our decisions on principle, not being bullied.

Source: Stuff December 21, 2017 20:15 UTC