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Qatar, Egypt welcome UNSC resolution on Gaza ceasefire

Qatar and Egypt, who have been mediating talks between Hamas and Israel, welcome resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire during Ramadan and calling for the immediate release of all hostages held by Hamas.

Qatar, Egypt welcome UNSC resolution on Gaza ceasefire

UN chief:

'Resolution on Gaza ceasefire must be implemented'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for immediate implementation of UN Security Council resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza: Failure would be unforgivable.

'Resolution on Gaza ceasefire must be implemented'

UNSC to vote on resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza

The resolution is backed by Russia and China. A vote is expected on Monday.

UNSC to vote on resolution demanding ceasefire in Gaza

US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza

US says the new resolution will urge "an immediate ceasefire" in Gaza linked to the release of the hostages held by Hamas.

US to submit draft UNSC resolution on Gaza

US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war

The draft supports international diplomatic efforts to establish Gaza ceasefire as part of a deal that releases the hostages.

US finalizes draft UN resolution on Gaza war

Erdan to UN chief:

'Convene Security Council to discuss Hamas rapes'

Israel’s UN Ambassador calls on Secretary-General Antonio Guterres immediately convene the Security Council to discuss the UN report which acknowledged the sexual crimes committed by Hamas during and after October 7.

'Convene Security Council to discuss Hamas rapes'

'Strong disappointment'

China criticizes US veto of resolution on Gaza

China's permanent representative to the UN after US vetoes Security Council resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza: The US veto sends a wrong message.

China criticizes US veto of resolution on Gaza

PA livid after US veto at Security Council

Palestinian Authority warns that the American veto on resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza constitutes "a threat to the world and a danger to security and international peace."

PA livid after US veto at Security Council

US official:

'We won't rush to vote on UNSC resolution on Gaza'

Senior US official says the Biden administration is not planning “to rush” passage of UN Security Council resolution that urges a temporary ceasefire in Gaza.

'We won't rush to vote on UNSC resolution on Gaza'

US resolution:

Temporary Gaza ceasefire, opposition to Rafah op.

US proposes alternative draft Security Council resolution calling for temporary ceasefire and opposing Israeli ground offensive in Rafah.

Temporary Gaza ceasefire, opposition to Rafah op.

Algeria's UNSC resolution calls for Gaza ceasefire

Algeria shared the draft with the 15-member council on Wednesday, but it is unclear when or if the resolution will be put to a vote.

Algeria's UNSC resolution calls for Gaza ceasefire

UN Security Council demands end to Houthi attacks

11 countries vote in favor, none against, and four abstain. US Ambassador to the UN welcomes the approval of the resolution.

UN Security Council demands end to Houthi attacks

Hamas dissatisfied:

'Security Council resolution on Gaza is insufficient'

Hamas terrorist organization accuses US of working to empty Security Council resolution calling for Gaza truce of its essence.

'Security Council resolution on Gaza is insufficient'

Ambassador Erdan:

'Security Council has not yet condemned the October 7 massacre'

Israel's UN Ambassador criticizes Security Council after vote on Gaza resolution.

'Security Council has not yet condemned the October 7 massacre'

UN Security Council calls for temporary truce in Gaza

After repeated delays, UN Security Council approves resolution calling for temporary truce to allow increased aid. US and Russia abstain.

UN Security Council calls for temporary truce in Gaza

US willing to support:

Security Council vote on Gaza aid delayed again

United States says it can now support the proposal after securing desired changes to its wording.

Security Council vote on Gaza aid delayed again

Security Council vote on Gaza ceasefire postponed again

President Joe Biden says the United States is still working through whether to support the resolution.

Security Council vote on Gaza ceasefire postponed again

Security Council postpones vote on new ceasefire in Gaza

Prolonged negotiations lead UN Security Council to postpone vote on a UAE-proposed resolution that seeks a new ceasefire in Gaza.

Security Council postpones vote on new ceasefire in Gaza

Security Council to vote to demand aid access for Gaza

The vote will come days after the Security Council failed to pass resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza.

Security Council to vote to demand aid access for Gaza

UN vote calling for ceasefire fails

The US vetoed the resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire, saying that it was 'divorced from reality.'

UN vote calling for ceasefire fails

US envoy:

'We do not support calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza'

US indicates it is against a Security Council resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Gaza to be voted upon on Friday.

'We do not support calls for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza'

UAE asks Security Council to vote on demand for Gaza ceasefire

United Arab Emirates seeks Friday vote on draft resolution that demands an immediate humanitarian ceasefire.

UAE asks Security Council to vote on demand for Gaza ceasefire

Israel's warning to the UN:

'A regional war must be prevented'

Foreign Minister Eli Cohen uses diplomatic efforts alongside the military fight against Hezbollah on the Lebanese border.

'A regional war must be prevented'

UN Security Council calls for ‘humanitarian pauses’ in Gaza

Resolution approved by a majority with 12-0, US abstains. Ambassador Erdan: The resolution is disconnected from reality.

UN Security Council calls for ‘humanitarian pauses’ in Gaza

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'

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?

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

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'

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

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

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

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'

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

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"

'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

US blocks UN statement on Hevron observers

US blocks proposed UN Security Council statement expressing "regret" over Israel's decision to end international observer force in Hevron.

US blocks UN statement on Hevron observers

Watch: UN Security Council meeting on Hezbollah terror tunnels

Security Council holds meeting over discovery of terror tunnels on Israel's northern border.

Watch: UN Security Council meeting on Hezbollah terror tunnels

Danon to Security Council:

'Hezbollah advancing Iranian agenda to launch attacks on Israel'

UN Ambassador demands UN condemn Hezbollah attack tunnels and hold Lebanon 'responsible for dangerous destabilization of region.'

'Hezbollah advancing Iranian agenda to launch attacks on Israel'