The U.S. vetoes UN resolution for Gaza ceasefire, citing lack of demand for Hamas disarmament.

The US has vetoed a UN Security Council resolution demanding an immediate and permanent ceasefire in Gaza, citing the absence of demands for Hamas' disarmament and hostage release. The resolution, backed by 14 other nations, described Gaza's humanitarian situation as "catastrophic" and urged lifting aid restrictions. The US's veto drew criticism from other council members, who accused the US of shielding Israel. This is the fifth US veto since the conflict began.