The U.S. vetoed a U.N. resolution for a Gaza ceasefire on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, citing the lack of provisions for the immediate release of hostages. (GV Wire File)
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The United States vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution on Wednesday calling for an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, citing the absence of provisions demanding the release of hostages, Reuters reported.
The resolution, proposed by the council’s 10 non-permanent members, was supported by all other members.
A senior U.S. official, speaking anonymously, emphasized the U.S. stance: “We just can’t support an unconditional ceasefire that does not call for the immediate release of hostages.”
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The U.S. had backed alternative language proposed by Britain, which was ultimately rejected.
The conflict in Gaza, triggered by an Oct. 7 attack by Hamas fighters that killed 1,200 people and captured over 250 hostages, has led to a 13-month campaign by Israel, killing nearly 44,000 and displacing much of Gaza’s population.
The U.S. accused Russia and China of manipulating non-permanent council members, undermining a potential compromise.
Read more at Reuters.
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