"Understanding the U.S. Veto of Gaza Cease-fire Resolutions at the UN"

The US vetoed a ceasefire resolution at the UN but unveiled its own draft resolution that criticizes Israel more than before. The US resolution calls for a temporary ceasefire, condemns Hamas, rejects a planned Israeli ground invasion in southern Gaza, and demands the release of hostages. However, it does not make urgent demands of Israel. Israel is considering a ground invasion of Rafah, and the US is continuing to offer military support to Israel. The US Senate approved an additional $14 billion in military aid for Israel, with Biden attaching requirements to it that would require foreign recipients to abide by international humanitarian law.