UN calls for ‘immediate’ Gaza ceasefire

While the US abstained from voting, the 14 other members of the Security Council were for the resolution

The United Nations Security Council on Monday passed a resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza to take place for the duration of the Islamic holy month of Ramadan; 14 members of the UNSC voted for the resolution, while the US abstained.

The resolution also demands the immediate and unconditional release of hostages and “the urgent need to expand the flow” of aid into Gaza.

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