The United States has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza for the sixth time since 2022, sparking renewed global debate as famine grips the region. The vote saw 14 of 15 council members support the measure, with only the US opposing.
What Was in the Resolution? 📜
The proposal called for:
💔 Permanent ceasefire between Israel and Hamas
🚚 Full humanitarian aid access to Gaza
🔓 Release of all hostages held by militant groups
Famine 'Confirmed, Not Projected' 🚨
Denmark's UN Ambassador Christina Markus Lassen warned: "Famine has been confirmed in Gaza – not projected, not declared, confirmed." A global hunger monitor recently determined starvation has already taken hold in Gaza City, with risks of spreading further.
Why This Matters 🌍
This marks the sixth US veto on Gaza-related UN actions since the conflict escalated. Critics argue the moves delay critical aid, while supporters maintain they protect Israel's security interests. As food shortages worsen, international pressure continues mounting for a breakthrough.
