US Vetoes Multiple UN Resolutions on Israel-Hamas Conflict

The United States has vetoed a draft resolution at the UN Security Council that called for a humanitarian pause in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. The resolution, proposed by Brazil, condemned the recent terror attacks by Hamas and urged the release of hostages. It also called for compliance with international law and the protection of civilian lives. Twelve out of fifteen council members approved the draft, with the UK and Russia abstaining. The US ambassador to the UN cited the need for more time for on-the-ground diplomacy and criticized the resolution for not mentioning Israel's right to self-defense. The Security Council's failure to adopt a resolution has drawn criticism and disappointment from several members.