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Why did the US veto the Gaza ceasefire again?

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The US vetoed the Gaza ceasefire resolution, arguing it would have aided Hamas and its supporters, extending a lifeline to the group. This marked the sixth US veto on Gaza in two years, despite support from 14 of 15 Security Council members.

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U.S. vetoes UN Gaza ceasefire resolution for sixth time

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  • The U.S. vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for a Gaza ceasefire. 18s
  • This marks the sixth U.S. veto on Gaza-related resolutions in nearly two years. 21s
  • The resolution was supported by 14 council members and drafted by non-permanent members. 12s
  • The U.S. argued the resolution would have helped Hamas. 25s
  • Palestinian officials were unable to attend the UN meeting due to U.S. visa issues. 1m 29s
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U.S. vetoes UN Gaza ceasefire resolution for sixth time
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Al Jazeera
3 hours ago
U.S. vetoes UN Gaza ceasefire resolution for sixth time

U.S. Representative Morgan Ortegas claimed that passing this resolution would have helped Hamas.

U.S. vetoes UN Gaza ceasefire resolution for sixth time
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Al Jazeera
3 hours ago
U.S. vetoes UN Gaza ceasefire resolution for sixth time

The US argued the resolution extends Hamas terrorists and those who fund and support them a lifeline.

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