"US Veto of Palestine's UN Membership Bid Sparks Outrage"

The United States vetoed a draft resolution at the UN Security Council recommending granting full UN membership to Palestine, prompting international reactions. Palestinian officials condemned the US veto as "blatant aggression," while Hamas accused the US of standing against international will. Egypt expressed deep regret, and Israel's Foreign Minister commended the US for vetoing the resolution. The US deputy ambassador emphasized the need for a two-state solution, while Russia criticized the US for prioritizing Israel's interests. Saudi Arabia and Norway also expressed regret over the UNSC's failure to adopt the resolution.