This post is also available in: French, Italian, GermanSeptember 18, 2025 — The United States once again vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, drawing widespread condemnation and sparking protests outside UN headquarters in Manhattan. The resolution, co-sponsored by all 10 elected members of the Council, received 14 votes in favor but was blocked by the US. It demanded an “immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire,” the release of all hostages held by Hamas, and the lifting of Israeli restrictions on humanitarian aid entering Gaza. Protesters carried placards reading “Peace for Gaza” and “Not a Target,” calling for an end to the war and unrestricted humanitarian access. Growing International DivisionThis was the sixth US veto of a Gaza-related resolution since the conflict erupted in October 2023.