Kenya has approved a procedural vote allowing Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to address the United Nations General Assembly virtually, despite his inability to travel to New York. The decision comes after the United States denied Abbas a visa for the second consecutive year, preventing him from attending the assembly in person. The vote, which passed with 152 votes, ensures Abbas can participate remotely, maintaining diplomatic engagement with the UN. The move reflects Kenya’s support for Abbas’s role in international diplomacy, even as the U.S. Continues to restrict his access to global forums. The virtual address is expected to cover key issues including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and humanitarian conditions in the region. The decision highlights the growing divergence in foreign policy approaches between Kenya and the U.S. On matters related to Palestinian leadership.