U.N. Criticized Over Resolution Lacking Gaza Ceasefire Call (time.com)
from naturalgasbad@lemmy.ca to world@lemmy.world on 23 Dec 2023 20:14
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naturalgasbad@lemmy.ca on 23 Dec 2023 20:14 next collapse

The U.S. vetoed a Russian amendment that would have included ceasefire language, Al Jazeera U.N. reporter Rami Ayari reported. Instead, after delays and debates for days, the final version resolved that the parties must allow safe, unhindered and expanded humanitarian access to Gaza and “create the conditions for a sustainable cessation of hostilities.”

naturalgasbad@lemmy.ca on 23 Dec 2023 20:15 next collapse

The US and Russia both abstained on this vote. The US because it goes too far, Russia because it doesn’t go far enough.

To be honest, Russia’s position here is rather confusing. An Israel embroiled in conflict is bad for US military logistics and thus bad for Ukraine. An Israel in ceasefire is good for Ukrainian aid and thus bad for Russia. Supporting a ceasefire in Gaza is literally self-sabotage for Russian interests in Ukraine.

PugJesus@kbin.social on 23 Dec 2023 23:32 collapse

Russia realizes a ceasefire isn't going to happen, but calling for one hits the US at a weak point - its unconditional support for Israel.

Doorbook@lemmy.world on 23 Dec 2023 20:17 next collapse

Can someone find the name of the person behind her wearing the green shirt.

Diprount_Tomato@lemmy.world on 23 Dec 2023 20:43 collapse

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