UN President Says US Veto Threatens Credibility on Gaza Ceasefire

The president of the UN General Assembly criticized the US for vetoing a ceasefire resolution for Gaza, stating it damages the UN’s credibility and hope for those in conflict. While the resolution was backed by 14 members, the US justified its veto by citing the absence of condemnation for Hamas, while Palestinian envoy Riyad Mansour emphasized the urgency for a ceasefire and regional support for Palestinian statehood.

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