The U.S. State Department again criticized a Palestinian request to upgrade its status at the United Nations. Citing the potential negative effects of the move, which would leave the PLO with almost member-state status, State Department spokesman Jamie Rubin said the United States is urging United Nations members to oppose the move when it comes up for debate. The debate is scheduled for July 7 in the General Assembly.
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