U.S. rejects U.N. resolution for Israel ceasefire
OAN’s Sophia Flores
8:45 AM – Monday, December 11, 2023
The United States has vetoed a United Nations resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
On Friday, the U.S., one of the permanent members of the National Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) used its veto power in the resolution calling for a ceasefire introduced by the United Arab Emirates.
“We do not support calls for an immediate cease-fire,” Deputy U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Robert Wood said Friday in New York. “This would only plant the seeds for the next war, because Hamas has no desire to see a durable peace, to see a two-state solution.”
Prior to using its veto power, 13 out of the 15 members of the Security Council approved the resolution. The only other permanent member to not pass the resolution was The United Kingdom. The U.K. abstained from voting.
The vote took place two days after UN Secretary-General António Guterres invoked Article 99 of the U.N. Charter to push for a ceasefire. The draft resolution was co-sponsored by 97 U.N. members.
This was the first time that Guterres invoked Article 99. Article 99 is used to alert the Security Council of a severe international security threat.
The U.S. often utilizes its veto power to block resolutions that are critical of Israel. However, this veto in particular was important to note due to the rising international concern from other countries concerned with Israel’s military operations in Gaza.
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How does the U.S. veto on the resolution reflect the power dynamics within the United Nations Security Council
Er in the United Nations Security Council to block resolutions that it sees as detrimental to its national interests or those of its allies. In this case, the U.S. justified its veto by stating that an immediate ceasefire would not lead to a lasting peace and that Hamas, the governing authority in Gaza, has no intentions of pursuing a two-state solution.
The resolution, introduced by the United Arab Emirates, called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, where intense fighting between Israel and Hamas has been ongoing. The majority of the Security Council members, including 13 out of 15, voted in favor of the resolution. However, both the United States and the United Kingdom, two of the five permanent members with veto power, were opposed to the resolution.
Deputy U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., Robert Wood, expressed the U.S. position, stating that supporting an immediate ceasefire would only sow the seeds for future conflicts, as Hamas has no intentions of seeking a durable peace or a two-state solution. Wood’s statement reflects the U.S. government’s long-standing stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which has traditionally favored Israel’s interests.
The U.S. veto drew criticism from some quarters, with calls for the U.S. to reconsider its position and support a ceasefire that could alleviate the suffering of civilians in Gaza. However, the U.S. remained firm in its decision, asserting that it was acting in the best interests of its ally, Israel.
This veto is not an isolated incident but rather a reflection of the power dynamics within the United Nations Security Council. The five permanent members, namely the U.S., Russia, China, France, and the United Kingdom, hold a significant amount of influence and can veto any resolution that they see as contrary to their interests. This system has often led to deadlock and inaction in addressing pressing global issues.
The U.S. veto on the resolution highlights the challenges in finding a comprehensive and lasting solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The conflict, which has been ongoing for decades, has seen countless rounds of violence and failed peacemaking attempts. The international community, including the United Nations, has repeatedly called for a peaceful resolution and a two-state solution, but progress has been limited.
While the U.N. and other international bodies continue to advocate for a ceasefire and a negotiated settlement, the situation on the ground remains volatile. The U.S. veto on the resolution underscores the significant obstacles that lie ahead in achieving a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
In conclusion, the United States’ veto on the United Nations resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza has sparked controversy and highlighted the ongoing challenges in resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. With the U.S. and its allies standing firm in their position, finding a comprehensive and lasting solution remains a daunting task. The international community must continue to engage and seek avenues for dialogue and negotiation to bring about a peaceful resolution to this long-standing conflict.
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