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Russia and China veto a US-backed draft resolution at the Security Council on a ceasefire in Gaza, with Moscow accusing Washington of a "hypocritical spectacle" that does not pressure Israel. IMAGES
The United States vetoes a UN Security Council resolution that would have called for an immediate ceasefire in the intense fighting between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. IMAGES
The United Nations Security Council rejects a draft resolution to condemn "terrorist attacks" by Islamist militant group Hamas against Israel. SOUNDBITE
The UN Security Council for the first time demands a ceasefire in Gaza, with the United States which has vetoed previous bids, abstaining. The resolution, which demands an "immediate ceasefire" for the ongoing Muslim holy month of Ramadan that leads to a "lasting" truce, went through, with all other 14 Security Council members voting yes. IMAGES
The United States vetoes a UN Security Council resolution that called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, even as President Joe Biden faces mounting pressure to dial back support for Israel. IMAGES