US vetoes UN call for unconditional Gaza ceasefire
Summary
The United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. The resolution had support from all other members and included demands for the release of hostages and lifting aid restrictions. The US stated the resolution did not address concerns about Hamas, which it labels as a terrorist group.Key Facts
- The US blocked a UN resolution for an unconditional ceasefire in Gaza.
- All other 14 Security Council members voted for the resolution.
- The US says the resolution could harm peace efforts and does not address Hamas as a terrorist group.
- The UN, US, UK, and EU classify Hamas as a terrorist organization.
- Over two million people in Gaza might face starvation, according to the UN.
- The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) now distributes aid, replacing UN agencies.
- Deadly incidents have occurred on routes to GHF's aid distribution sites.
- Israel's military action in Gaza began on October 7, 2023, following attacks by Hamas.
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