US blocks UN call for Gaza ceasefire for sixth time

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The US vetoed a UN Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages for the sixth time.
The resolution was supported by all 14 other Security Council members, describing Gaza's humanitarian situation as 'catastrophic' and urging Israel to lift aid restrictions.
US Deputy Middle East envoy Morgan Ortagus criticized the resolution for not condemning Hamas or recognizing Israel's right to defend itself.
UN members expressed disappointment, with Palestinian Ambassador Riyad Mansour calling the US veto 'deeply regrettable and painful.'
Algeria's ambassador apologized to Palestinians, stating the world speaks of rights but denies them to Palestinians.
The veto comes ahead of the UN General Assembly, where Gaza will be a major topic, and key allies like the UK may recognize a Palestinian state.
Israeli forces continue their ground offensive in Gaza City, worsening the humanitarian crisis, with the UN describing the situation as 'cataclysmic.'
The conflict began after Hamas's October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, killing 1,200 and taking 251 hostages. Over 65,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks since.
Gaza's health ministry reports 435 deaths due to malnutrition and starvation during the war.

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