The UN Security Council adopted on Monday a resolution that demands an immediate humanitarian ceasefire during Ramadan that is to be “respected by all parties leading to a lasting and sustainable ceasefire”.
The E10-crafted resolution passed with 14 votes in favour and one abstention from the US.
This is the first time the council has passed a resolution calling for a ceasefire in the Gaza war.
The non-permanent members of the council negotiated with the US at the weekend to prevent another veto.
Unlike Friday's US-sponsored text, which was vetoed by Russia and China, the call for a ceasefire in the new resolution is not linked to ongoing talks to pause the fighting in return for Hamas releasing hostages.
The text “demands the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, as well as ensuring humanitarian access to address their medical and other humanitarian needs”.
It also calls on all parties to comply “with their obligations under international law”.
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