Israel National NewsNews BriefsBlinken: We didn't veto UN res. because it paired ceasefire with hostage releaseBlinken: We didn't veto UN res. because it paired ceasefire with hostage release Mar 25, 2024, 8:21 PM (GMT+2)US Secretary of State explains why US abstained and allowed the UN Security Council to pass a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan. Read moreFound a mistake? Contact us