Amid rising tensions and humanitarian crises in Gaza, the United States has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution that called for an "unconditional and permanent" ceasefire. The veto has drawn attention as other council members unanimously supported the resolution, underlining differing global perspectives on the ongoing conflict.
US Blocks UN Resolution for Ceasefire in Gaza
US Blocks UN Resolution for Ceasefire in Gaza
In a significant diplomatic move, the U.S. vetoes a UN resolution aimed at establishing a ceasefire in Gaza amid heightened humanitarian concerns.
The U.S. Ambassador to the UN, Dorothy Shea, articulated that the resolution could "undermine diplomatic efforts" and emphasized the need for a stance against Hamas, which the U.S. classifies as a terrorist organization. The veto arrives against a backdrop of escalating humanitarian concerns, with over two million people in Gaza facing starvation due to an 11-week blockade on food and aid shipments by Israel.
In response to this dire situation, The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF)—backed by Israel and the U.S.—has taken over aid distribution efforts in the area. Recently, reports have emerged about violent incidents occurring near aid distribution routes.
UK Ambassador Barbara Woodward expressed support for the resolution, citing the urgent need to resolve the "intolerable situation in Gaza" and advocating for immediate aid access to help alleviate human suffering.
The conflict escalated following Hamas' attacks on October 7, 2023, resulting in significant casualties and the ongoing Israeli military response, which has claimed numerous lives in Gaza. The situation remains critical as calls for a ceasefire continues to clash with international political dynamics.
In response to this dire situation, The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF)—backed by Israel and the U.S.—has taken over aid distribution efforts in the area. Recently, reports have emerged about violent incidents occurring near aid distribution routes.
UK Ambassador Barbara Woodward expressed support for the resolution, citing the urgent need to resolve the "intolerable situation in Gaza" and advocating for immediate aid access to help alleviate human suffering.
The conflict escalated following Hamas' attacks on October 7, 2023, resulting in significant casualties and the ongoing Israeli military response, which has claimed numerous lives in Gaza. The situation remains critical as calls for a ceasefire continues to clash with international political dynamics.
