The United States has once again vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution seeking an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, marking the sixth time Washington has blocked such a move since the conflict began.
The draft resolution, supported by all 14 other Council members, described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as “catastrophic” and called for the release of hostages, as well as the lifting of Israeli restrictions on aid delivery.
However, U.S. deputy Middle East envoy Morgan Ortagus said the text failed to adequately condemn Hamas and did not explicitly recognise Israel’s right to self-defense.
The veto has drawn sharp reactions from several Council members who argued that the worsening humanitarian crisis requires urgent international action. Diplomats noted that the overwhelming support for the resolution reflected growing global concern over the scale of civilian suffering in Gaza.
