U.S. Veto Sparks Tense UN Clash Over Gaza Cease-Fire 🚨

The United States vetoed a U.N. Security Council resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza, stating it lacked a connection to the release of hostages captured by Hamas in October 2023. While the resolution garnered support from 14 of the 15 members, the U.S. exercised its veto power, citing concerns over the absence of explicit provisions for the hostages’ unconditional release.<br />The resolution, drafted by the 10 elected members of the council, called for an "immediate, unconditional, and permanent cease-fire" and emphasized the need for the immediate release of all hostages. Unlike the five permanent members with veto power, the elected members do not have such authority.<br />