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UN votes for Gaza ceasefire; US and Israel oppose

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The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution on Wednesday calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in the Gaza Strip. Nine countries voted against its adoption, including Israel and the USA.

The United Nations General Assembly has voted overwhelmingly in favor of a resolution calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, with 153 countries supporting the measure. The resolution, which also demands the release of all hostages and ensures humanitarian access, was opposed by only 10 countries, including the United States and Israel. This vote reflects significant international pressure for a cessation of hostilities amid the ongoing conflict, highlighting a divide between global opinion and the positions of the U.S. and Israel. The resolution, while not legally binding, underscores the growing international consensus on the need for peace and humanitarian aid in the region.

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