US Vetoes UN Resolutions Addressing Violence and Humanitarian Aid in Israel-Hamas Conflict

The United States vetoed a UN resolution condemning all violence against civilians in the Israel-Hamas war, stating that it was too early to respond and that ongoing diplomatic efforts needed to unfold. The resolution, sponsored by Brazil, had broad support and would have condemned violence by both sides. The vote in the Security Council was 12 in favor, the US against, and Russia and Britain abstaining. The US ambassador criticized the resolution for not acknowledging Israel's right to self-defense. The veto comes as diplomatic efforts continue to prevent the conflict from escalating.