Gaza Ceasefire Resolution Faces US Veto at UN Security Council
Security Council Imposes Ceasefire Agreement in Gaza Conflict
Get ready for some behind-the-scenes drama as the UN Security Council gather tonight (22:00 CET) to discuss a resolution calling for an immediate end to the conflict in the Gaza Strip and the delivery of humanitarian aid to the Palestinian territory. However, a US veto looms large, making a positive outcome seem unlikely.
Not so fast! Our scrappy UN Security Council members have got a resolution on the table. This bad boy demands an "immediate, unconditional, and lasting ceasefire" in the Gaza Strip, the release of Israeli hostages, and the lifting of restrictions on humanitarian aid deliveries, particularly those by the UN. Considering the "dire humanitarian crisis" unfolding in Gaza, you can see why they're in a rush.
But, amidst all the optimism, the international whisper network has been buzzing with grim predictions. Diplomatic sources spill the tea that the proposed resolution may go down with a devastating thud, courtesy of a US veto. You know, because America and Israel are totally identical in every way.
The text of the resolution, obtained by news agency AFP, details the issues like a juicy reality show debriefing. It's been a real rollercoaster between the Security Council members, but they've so far caught a strikeout when negotiating with the US. No surprise there, considering the last time they tackled the Middle East conflict was all the way back in November 2024. Long time, no see!
The recent blockade of aid deliveries to Gaza, which has been in effect since May 19, is creating some serious suffering in the sealed coastal strip. Some even call it "a drop in the ocean" compared to the needs of the Palestinian population. On the bright side, the GHF aid foundation, supported by the US and Israel, has been trying to distribute food and medicine in the area, though some incidents have reportedly resulted in casualties.
International pressure on Israel is mounting, and Israel stands under the heat for the Gaza war, which took off on October 8, 2023, following a radical Islamic Hamas attack on Israel. It's about time for a truce, don't you think?
Sources: ntv.de, AFP
Behind the Scenes: What You Need to Know
- Current Status of the Resolution
- The resolution has been in the works since June 4, 2025, with Algeria, Slovenia, and Guyana leading the charge.
- The resolution failed to pass due to a US veto on June 4, 2025.
- All other 14 Security Council members supported the resolution.
- Why the Resolution Failed
- The US vetoed the resolution over concerns that it didn't explicitly condemn Hamas, fail to address Israel’s security concerns, and propose terms that were deemed inadequate for a durable ceasefire.
- Fear that the resolution would undermine diplomatic efforts and embolden Hamas, which is being held responsible for initiating the conflict and rejecting past ceasefire proposals.
- Negotiations were challenging, with disagreements on the language of condemnation of Hamas and references to previous ceasefire proposals.
- Political considerations were at play, with the US position reflecting ongoing strategic alliances and security concerns.
Looking ahead, the focus shifts to the UN General Assembly, where no country holds a veto and a resolution is likely to pass more smoothly. But hey, who doesn't love a good underdog story, right? Let's keep our fingers crossed!
The UN Security Council, amidst the ongoing Gaza crisis, has presented a resolution aimed at securing a ceasefire, hostage release, and easing humanitarian aid restrictions. However, this resolution faces a potential US veto, due to its failure to explicitly condemn Hamas and disregard for Israel's security concerns. This veto reflects the political landscape, as the US and Israel remain aligned despite international pressure on Israel over the Gaza war. Despite the current setback, hopes remain as the resolution may be presented again at the UN General Assembly, where a veto is not a factor.
