US vetoes UN call for unconditional Gaza ceasefire
The United Nations has been denied a vote on a resolution calling for a full ceasefire in Gaza, as the US exercised its veto power.
The US vetoed the draft resolution shortly before it was due to be put to a vote during a special session of the Security Council on Sunday. The US argued that the draft did not sufficiently acknowledge the actions of Palestinian militants and their escalation of the conflict. Israel's Defence Minister, Benny Gantz, praised the US veto, describing it as an important signal supporting Israel's right to act in self-defence.
What's next?
Despite the veto, the Security Council will likely continue to debate the crisis in Gaza in the coming days and push for a sustainable resolution to the ongoing conflict. It's important to remember that the vetoed resolution was a draft text and the Security Council will continue to work towards a mutually agreed position.
Impact on Israel-Palestine relations
The veto decision is likely to deepen the divide between Israel and the Palestinian Authority, particularly given the current escalation in violence and ongoing missile attacks. It's imperative that all parties involved engage in dialogue and take steps towards de-escalation.
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