US Blocks Gaza Ceasefire Resolution at UN for Sixth Time

Washington stands alone as 14 nations vote for a ceasefire in Gaza, but the US veto keeps it off the table.

Publish date: Friday، 19 September 2025 Reading time: 1 min read

US Blocks Gaza Ceasefire Resolution at UN for Sixth Time

The UN Security Council tried—again—to push for an “immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire” in Gaza. Fourteen countries voted in favor. Only one country said no: the US. Because of that veto, the resolution didn’t pass.

Why it matters

The draft called out Israel’s expanding military campaign in Gaza and highlighted the worsening humanitarian crisis, including reports of famine spreading through the territory. It also demanded unrestricted aid access and rejected any attempts to change Gaza’s demographics or borders.

Denmark speaks for the crowd

Denmark, speaking on behalf of the elected members of the council, said the resolution was a clear signal: starving civilians and hostages should not be ignored. “The Security Council is not turning its back,” Denmark’s UN envoy said.

The US and Israel push back

The US argued that a ceasefire right now would only benefit Hamas. Washington claimed Hamas has been misusing billions in aid and blamed the group for Gaza’s dire situation. Israel’s UN envoy also brushed off the resolution, saying it wouldn’t free hostages or secure peace.

The bigger picture

This is the sixth time the US has vetoed a Gaza ceasefire resolution since the war erupted in October 2023. And with Donald Trump back in the White House, it’s the second veto since his return in January.

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US Blocks Gaza Ceasefire Resolution at UN for Sixth Time

Why it matters

Denmark speaks for the crowd

The US and Israel push back

The bigger picture

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