Security Council

Security Council Fails to Adopt Resolution on Humanitarian Ceasefire in Gaza

20 February 2024

Security Council votes on a draft resolution on the situation in the Middle East put forth by Algeria.

The resolution demanded an immediate humanitarian ceasefire, as well as the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages. The resolution received 13 votes in favour, one against (United States) and one abstention (United Kingdom). The resolution was not adopted due to the veto by one of the Permanent Members of the Security Council (United States).

A view of Council member signaling abstention.

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