The United States has once again vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution that sought an immediate and lasting ceasefire in Gaza, along with the release of hostages. Washington argued that the proposal failed to sufficiently condemn Hamas.
All 14 other council members voted in favor of the resolution, which described the humanitarian crisis in Gaza as “catastrophic” and urged Israel to remove all barriers to the delivery of life-saving aid for the territory’s 2.1 million residents.
Thursday’s vote marked the sixth time the U.S. has used its veto power since the Israel-Hamas conflict erupted nearly two years ago—further isolating both Washington and Tel Aviv on the global stage.
The move came just days before world leaders gather at the UN General Assembly, where the war in Gaza is expected to dominate discussions. Several U.S. allies are also preparing to formally recognize Palestinian statehood, a step that highlights shifting global sentiment.
