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Once again:

UN Security Council fails to agree on Israel-Hamas resolution

Despite more than two hours of closed-door discussions, differences remain on the wording of a resolution.

UN Security Council fails to agree on Israel-Hamas resolution

Amb. Erdan wears yellow star:

'Israel will no longer live with brutal Nazis on her borders'

Israel's Amb. Erdan speaks at UN Security Council, notes both Hamas and Nazis seek annihilation of the Jewish People.

'Israel will no longer live with brutal Nazis on her borders'

Russia and China veto UNSC resolution on Israel-Hamas war

The US draft condemns Hamas attack on Israel, supports Israel’s right to defend itself, and calls for unconditional release of hostages.

Russia and China veto UNSC resolution on Israel-Hamas war

In new UNSC resolution:

US says Israel has the right to defend itself

It is not clear if or when the United States plans to put the draft resolution to a vote.

US says Israel has the right to defend itself

Ambassador Erdan to UN: 'Israel will not stand idly by'

Israel's ambassador to the United Nations explains the operation in Jenin ahead of a Security Council council meeting.

Ambassador Erdan to UN: 'Israel will not stand idly by'

PA denies ongoing security coordination with Israel

Palestinian officials deny Israeli claims that the security coordination between Israel and the PA is unaffected by the Jenin operation.

PA denies ongoing security coordination with Israel

UN ambassador:

Palestinians are taught to hate, educated to murder

'Will any Palestinian leader - anyone at all - condemn murder & terror? Of course not,' Amb. Erdan tells United Nations Security Council.

Palestinians are taught to hate, educated to murder

Ambassador Erdan demands:

'Condemn the firing of rockets at Israeli citizens'

Israel's UN Ambassador sends letter ahead of Security Council meeting on Gaza: Israel has the right to defend its people and sovereignty.

'Condemn the firing of rockets at Israeli citizens'

UN desecrates Memorial Day:

Erdan reads names of terror victims, leaves Security Council

Israeli Ambassador to the UN accuses Security Council of 'crossing all lines' with session criticizing Israel on its Memorial Day.

Erdan reads names of terror victims, leaves Security Council

US to UN Security Council:

'Condemn North Korea's missile launches'

US Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield says Security Council's failure to respond to North Korea has become dangerous.

'Condemn North Korea's missile launches'

Hamas claims:

'The PA caved to pressure from Biden administration'

Hamas accuses PA of caving to US and withdrawing Security Council resolution condemning Israel over Judea and Samaria construction.

'The PA caved to pressure from Biden administration'

During speech at UN:

Ambassador Erdan holds up picture of murdered children

Israel's UN Ambassador: The Palestinian Authority runs a monstrous propaganda campaign that would make Goebbels and Hitler very proud.

Ambassador Erdan holds up picture of murdered children

US backs UN Security Council condemnation of settlements

US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield condemns both murder of Israelis, Jewish settlement activity at Security Council.

US backs UN Security Council condemnation of settlements

Top US lawmakers call on Biden to veto anti-Israel resolution

The lawmakers are calling to unequivocally block any action against Israel at the UN.

Top US lawmakers call on Biden to veto anti-Israel resolution

State Department:

'Security Council resolution condemning Israel is unhelpful'

State Department says UN resolution criticizing Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria is “unhelpful” but won't commit to vetoing it.

'Security Council resolution condemning Israel is unhelpful'

Security Council likely to condemn Israel over construction

Security Council considering draft resolution that would demand Israel "immediately and completely cease all settlement activities".

Security Council likely to condemn Israel over construction

PA seeking anti-Israel motion at Security Council

Axios report: PA talking to members of UN Security Council about resolution condemning Israeli construction in Judea and Samaria.

PA seeking anti-Israel motion at Security Council

US Ambassador to UN condemns 'unilateral acts' in Middle East

Amb. Thomas-Greenfield mentions Israelis being held by Hamas during address to Security Council Briefing on the Situation in the Middle East

US Ambassador to UN condemns 'unilateral acts' in Middle East

Erdan at Security Council:

'This is a show about nothing'

Israeli Ambassador at meeting on Ben Gvir visit to Temple Mount: Was there an emergency session when Abbas incited against Jews?

'This is a show about nothing'

US to Security Council:

'We oppose actions that depart from status quo on Temple Mount'

US Deputy Ambassador to the UN says Biden administration holds Israel responsible for maintaining the status quo on the Temple Mount.

'We oppose actions that depart from status quo on Temple Mount'

UN Security Council:

Israeli diplomats try to defuse furor over Temple Mount visit

UN Security Council to meet Thursday to discuss visit of National Security Minister Ben-Gvir to holy site.

Israeli diplomats try to defuse furor over Temple Mount visit

Will UN Security Council condemn Jews visiting Temple Mount?

Israeli Ambassador to the UN says tomorrow's debate exists "only because the UN is a crooked and biased body."

Will UN Security Council condemn Jews visiting Temple Mount?

Following Ben Gvir visit:

UN Security Council to discuss Al-Aqsa Mosque

UAE and China ask for UN Security Council meeting to discuss recent developments at Al-Aqsa Mosque compound.

UN Security Council to discuss Al-Aqsa Mosque

US Amb: No shortcuts to Palestinian statehood

US Ambassador to the UN reiterates Biden Admin's support for Two-State Solution during Security Council briefing on Middle East conflict.

US Amb: No shortcuts to Palestinian statehood

Watch: Russian ambassador walks out on UN Security Council

The British representative was in the middle of a damning statement against Russian aggression in Ukraine.

Watch: Russian ambassador walks out on UN Security Council

Erdan to Security Council:

'Listen to plea of father whose son is held by Hamas'

Israel's Ambassador to UN criticizes Security Council for ignoring Israeli captives held by the Hamas terror group in the Gaza Strip.

'Listen to plea of father whose son is held by Hamas'

Zelenskyy to UN:

'Russia committing worst atrocities since World War Two'

Ukrainian President pleads: 'Where is the security that the Security Council needs to guarantee? Are you ready to shut down the UN?'

'Russia committing worst atrocities since World War Two'

US to Israel: Support vote to condemn Russia in UN

The unusual request was relayed to Foreign Min. Lapid by US Sec. of State Blinken.

US to Israel: Support vote to condemn Russia in UN

UN Security Council:

PA envoy accuses Israel of 'apartheid', Erdan responds

PA's UN envoy addresses Security Council in mask reading "Stop Apartheid". Israel's Ambassador Erdan fires back.

PA envoy accuses Israel of 'apartheid', Erdan responds

UAE one of five new members of UN Security Council

Albania, Brazil, Gabon, Ghana and United Arab Emirates formally take up Security Council posts.

UAE one of five new members of UN Security Council

UN calls for end to violence in Afghanistan

Security Council releases statement calling on all sides to respect human rights and negotiate after Taliban seizes control of country.

UN calls for end to violence in Afghanistan

Gilad Erdan to resign as ambassador to United States

According to previous government's coalition agreement, Erdan would have been replaced by Benny Gantz's pick for the position.

Gilad Erdan to resign as ambassador to United States

UN Security Council refuses to condemn Hamas

United Nations Security Council urges Israel and Hamas to keep to ceasefire, emphasizes need for humanitarian aid to Gaza.

UN Security Council refuses to condemn Hamas

Report: Israel refused ceasefire

Egyptian delegation returns to Cairo, French Pres. calls 'for calm and peace.'

Report: Israel refused ceasefire

Ambassador Erdan:

We're not bound by deal that doesn't address existential threat

Israel’s Ambassador to the US and UN addresses Security Council, accuses UN of not acting to stop Iran's threats to Israel.

We're not bound by deal that doesn't address existential threat

Erdan to Security Council: Remember Holocaust and look at Iran

'Ayatollah regime is reminiscent of darkest period in history', Erdan said, 'Remember this as we commemorate the Holocaust'

Erdan to Security Council: Remember Holocaust and look at Iran

Trump vetoes annual defense policy bill

Trump follows through on threat to veto the annual defense policy bill, says it is a "gift" to Russia and China.

Trump vetoes annual defense policy bill

Israeli ambassador to UN demands action against Iran in Syria

"Iran should be made to withdraw from Syria," amb. Gilad Erdan writes to Security Council.

Israeli ambassador to UN demands action against Iran in Syria

Security Council extends mandate of Lebanon peacekeeping force

French-drafted resolution reduces the troop ceiling for the UNIFIL from 15,000 to 13,000.

Security Council extends mandate of Lebanon peacekeeping force

'Security Council has failed at protecting peace and security'

Israel's UN Amb. slams Security Council decision, warns of 'erosion of stability in Middle East.' PM Netanyahu: Iran threatens entire world.

'Security Council has failed at protecting peace and security'

EU urges UNSC video teleconference on 'situation' in Middle East

EU delegation to UN head Olof Skoog seeks to solve Middle East conflict by video teleconference.

EU urges UNSC video teleconference on 'situation' in Middle East

Russia prevented Obama's anti-Israel resolution from passing

Former US Pres. Obama pushed Resolution 2334 forward, but stopped short of forcing the creation of a Palestinian state. Here's why.

Russia prevented Obama's anti-Israel resolution from passing

Ambassador Danon urges Security Council 'condemn Gaza shooting'

Israeli ambassador to UN takes part in Security Council discussion on escalation in south.

Ambassador Danon urges Security Council 'condemn Gaza shooting'

Belgium won't allow anti-Israel activist to speak

Activist says Belgium rescinds invite after Israel pressure.

Belgium won't allow anti-Israel activist to speak

US official to Arutz Sheva: 'Old way of doing things is over'

Belgian Defense Minister on behalf of other EU states: 'We do not recognize Israel’s sovereignty over the territories occupied since 1967.'

US official to Arutz Sheva: 'Old way of doing things is over'

Amb. Danon at UN: 'Israel stands alongside the Iranian people'

Amb Danon addresses Iranian citizens, displays photo of 14-year-old protester killed, saying in Persian that Israel stands by people of Iran

Amb. Danon at UN: 'Israel stands alongside the Iranian people'

Israeli to UN: Have you ever had to run for your life?

US Ambassador Kelly Craft invites resident of Gaza periphery to address UN Security Council on living under rocket threat.

Israeli to UN: Have you ever had to run for your life?

US blocks UN Security Council statement on Israel

US blocks UN from issuing statement putting Israel's right to self-defense on same level as Hezbollah terrorist organization.

US blocks UN Security Council statement on Israel

Iraq MP: Probes find Israel behind 'some' base attacks

'Clear that Hashed al-Shaabi bases are being targeted,' Iraqi official says.

Iraq MP: Probes find Israel behind 'some' base attacks

UN mandate in Lebanon - now with pro-Israel improvements

Amid escalation near Israel's northern border, UN Security Council schedules vote on the renewal of UNIFIL's mandate in southern Lebanon.

UN mandate in Lebanon - now with pro-Israel improvements

Israel to UN: "Recognize Syria's role in hosting Iran"

"The Syrian regime knowingly allows its territory to be used by Iran and its proxies for terrorist activities," UN Ambassador Danon says.

Israel to UN: "Recognize Syria's role in hosting Iran"

Pompeo:

'Facilitating cooperation between Israel and her Arab neighbors'

Attended by US and Poland foreign ministers, United Nations Security Council discusses peace and security in the Middle East.

'Facilitating cooperation between Israel and her Arab neighbors'

Danon: Israel part of the solution in the Middle East

Israeli Ambassador to the UN addresses Security Council, says Israel ready to partner with Arab nations to build better future for all.

Danon: Israel part of the solution in the Middle East

US blocks attempt to condemn Israel at UN

US blocks attempt by Kuwait, Indonesia and South Africa to get Security Council to condemn Israel’s demolition of illegal Arab homes.

US blocks attempt to condemn Israel at UN

US Envoy: PA does not have automatic right to Jerusalem

Jason Greenblatt updates UN Security Council on Trump Administration's peace plan, hopes it will be revealed soon.

US Envoy: PA does not have automatic right to Jerusalem

PM to world leaders: Where are you?

PM addresses Iran's declared intention to enrich uranium beyond limit imposed by nuclear deal, challenging leaders to act.

PM to world leaders: Where are you?

Syria accuses Israel of 'state terrorism'

Assad regime turns to UN Security Council after Israeli airstrikes on Iranian and Hezbollah targets, accuses Israel of 'state terrorism.'

Syria accuses Israel of 'state terrorism'

'UNRWA has only succeeded in inciting violence against Israel'

Israeli Ambassador to UN Danon slams UNRWA at Security Council discussion. 'UNRWA's mandate must come to an end.'

'UNRWA has only succeeded in inciting violence against Israel'

Danon teaches UN history lesson on Jewish connection to Israel

Amb Danny Danon's speech before UN Security Council on 'the four pillars that prove the case for Jewish ownership of Land of Israel.'

Danon teaches UN history lesson on Jewish connection to Israel

Watch: UN Security Council condemns Trump's Golan decision

President Trump's proclamation of Israeli sovereignty over Golan Heights draws pushback from all 28 European Union member states of UN.

Watch: UN Security Council condemns Trump's Golan decision