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Palestinian and Israeli representatives respond to US veto of Gaza ceasefire resolution

Following the United States’ veto of a UN Security Council resolution on Wednesday (20 Nov) calling for a ceasefire in Gaza—a resolution supported by all 14 other council members—representatives from Palestine and Israel delivered impassioned speeches reflecting sharply opposing perspectives. The Palestinian representative condemned the US veto and Israel’s ongoing actions in Gaza, describing them as violations of international law and human rights. He accused Israel of committing mass killings, forcibly displacing Palestinians, and systematically destroying Gaza under the guise of security concerns. The speaker argued that a ceasefire is essential to save lives and criticised the international community for failing to act decisively. He questioned the double standards in international law, highlighting the perceived disparity in how Palestinian and Israeli lives are valued. The representative expressed frustration over the Council’s inability to enforce its resolutions, urging the General Assembly and states to take action to stop the violence. He concluded by calling for a peaceful resolution and emphasised that the Palestinian people deserve to live in dignity, free from occupation and violence. The Israeli representative thanked the US for vetoing the resolution and accused the Security Council of failing to hold Hamas accountable for its actions. He emphasised that Hamas is responsible for the war and the suffering in Gaza, accusing the group of using civilians as human shields and ignoring UN demands to release hostages. The speaker criticised the resolution for not condemning Hamas explicitly and argued that it would embolden terrorists by rewarding violence. He highlighted the plight of Israeli hostages, using personal stories to illustrate the human cost of Hamas’s actions. The representative reiterated Israel’s commitment to defending itself and securing the release of hostages, stating that the war would continue until Hamas surrenders. He framed the veto as a stand for justice and against appeasement, warning that history would judge those who failed to condemn terrorism.