"Israel Cancels Washington Visit After US Allows UN Gaza Ceasefire Resolution to Pass, Netanyahu Scraps U.S. Trip"

Israel's Prime Minister canceled a visit to the US after the US abstained from a UN Security Council vote on a Gaza ceasefire resolution, allowing it to pass. The resolution demands an immediate ceasefire, the release of hostages, and increased aid to Gaza. The US abstention came after diplomatic efforts to change the resolution's text. Tensions are rising over an expected Israeli military operation in Gaza, with the US urging Israel to reconsider. Additionally, Israel and Hamas are reportedly in talks for a potential prisoner-hostage deal, but Hamas says there are unresolved issues beyond the release of Palestinian prisoners.