The American veto overturns the ceasefire decision in Gaza and ignites international anger.

In a move that sparked widespread international outrage, the United States used its veto power in the United Nations Security Council to block a resolution put forward by Algeria calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza, aiming to end hostilities and facilitate the delivery of humanitarian aid to the besieged civilian population. The resolution, supported by over 80 countries, came amidst deteriorating humanitarian conditions in Gaza and increasing international calls for a ceasefire to protect civilians. However, the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Dorothy Shea, justified the American veto by stating that the resolution "undermines existing diplomatic efforts" and equates "Israel" with "Hamas," emphasizing what she described as "Israel's legitimate right to self-defense." This justification was met with harsh criticism from the majority of Council members. The Algerian Ambassador described the veto as "direct support for relentless killing," while the Pakistani Ambassador considered it an "ethical stain" on the Security Council's record. China, France, and Britain also expressed deep disappointment, pointing out that the American veto obstructs any hope for humanitarian relief and prolongs the suffering in Gaza. This recent American veto is the first since President Donald Trump returned to the White House in January 2025 and the fourth since October 2023 in which Washington has used this right to thwart resolutions related to the situation in Gaza, reflecting the continued sharp divergence between the United States and some of its traditional allies on how to deal with the escalating crisis in the region. Hamas strongly condemned the American veto, calling it "unethical and inhumane," and stating that the United States has become a "direct partner in the aggression against the Palestinian people." Amidst this sharp division within the Security Council, the international community faces a major challenge in finding a consensus formula to ensure de-escalation and put an end to the worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which continues to endure bombardment and siege under dire living conditions.