The global community has voiced widespread condemnation of the United States' decision to veto a United Nations resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.
The veto, which occurred at the UN Security Council, drew sharp criticism from world leaders, international rights groups, and UN officials.
Since October 7, the ongoing conflict in Gaza has resulted in over 17,400 Palestinian casualties and approximately 1,100 in Israel.
The resolution, proposed by the United Arab Emirates and co-sponsored by 100 other nations, failed to pass as the United States exercised its veto power, while Britain abstained from voting.
Palestinian Reaction:
Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas accused the US of being "complicit" in war crimes in Gaza, describing the decision as aggressive and immoral.
Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh labeled the veto as a "disgrace" and a carte blanche for the occupying state to continue its actions.
Hamas strongly condemned the US veto, considering it "unethical and inhumane," accusing the US of direct participation in the ongoing violence.
Israeli Perspective:
Israel's UN ambassador, Gilad Erdan, stated that a ceasefire would only be possible with the return of hostages and the destruction of Hamas.
United States Response:
Deputy US Ambassador to the UN, Robert Wood, defended the veto, calling the draft resolution rushed, imbalanced, and divorced from reality. He argued that it would not bring concrete progress on the ground.
Human Rights Watch:
Human Rights Watch released a statement expressing concern that the US, by providing weapons and diplomatic cover to Israel, risks complicity in war crimes, including the collective punishment of the Palestinian civilian population.
UK's Position:
Britain's UN ambassador, Barbara Woodward, explained that the country abstained due to the resolution lacking condemnation of Hamas. She emphasized the need for Israel to address the threat posed by Hamas within the bounds of international humanitarian law.
Global Reactions:
China's representative at the UN, Zhang Jun, criticized the double standards of condoning the continuation of fighting while expressing concern for civilian lives.
Russia's UN ambassador, Dmitry Polyanskiy, accused the US of issuing a death sentence to thousands of civilians in Palestine and Israel.
France's ambassador to the UN, Nicolas de Riviere, expressed disappointment in the lack of unity and commitment to negotiations, allowing the crisis in Gaza to worsen.
Turkey's Foreign Minister, Hakan Fidan, remarked that the US is now isolated on the Gaza issue, and the American political system appears helpless in dealing with Israel-related matters.
Oman's foreign minister, Sayyid Badr Albusaidi, condemned the use of the veto, describing it as a shameful insult to humanitarian norms.
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim strongly objected to the US veto, criticizing those who support and remain silent on the massacre of innocent civilians in the conflict.
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