"US Veto of UN Gaza Cease-Fire Proposal Sparks Controversy"

The United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution for an immediate Gaza cease-fire, arguing that it would undermine ongoing negotiations for a six-week pause in fighting. The US is pushing for an alternative resolution demanding Israel's temporary ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian aid flow into Gaza. The veto drew ire from other council members, who expressed frustration with the US obstruction. Meanwhile, ongoing negotiations for a hostage release between Israel and Hamas have hit obstacles, with concerns over humanitarian aid delivery and a potential Israeli offensive in Rafah.