US Proposes UN Resolution For Ceasefire In Gaza Amid Rising Tensions

The United States has put forward a draft resolution at the United Nations Security Council, highlighting the critical need for a “temporary ceasefire in Gaza as soon as practicable.”

This proposal, as verified by Reuters on Monday, marks a pivotal shift in the U.S.’s stance towards the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas, especially considering Washington’s previous hesitance to advocate for a ceasefire in U.N. actions concerning the Israel-Hamas war.

Central to the U.S. draft is the determination that the current circumstances, particularly the potential for a major Israeli ground offensive into Rafah, could exacerbate the humanitarian crisis, displacing civilians and potentially pushing them into neighboring countries.

Rafah, a city in southern Gaza, has become a refuge for over one million Palestinians amid the conflict, with U.N. observers warning that an Israeli offensive could severely worsen the situation for those displaced.

The draft resolution underscores the serious implications such a military action would have on regional peace and security, advising against a ground offensive under the present conditions. This development comes as Israel signals plans to intensify its campaign against Hamas in Gaza, raising fears of an escalating humanitarian crisis.

The Path Forward

While it remains uncertain whether the draft resolution will be brought to a vote within the 15-member council, the U.S. initiative follows a request from Algeria for a council vote on its own draft resolution demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire.

The proposal by the U.S., alongside efforts by Egypt, Israel, and Qatar to negotiate a war pause and the release of hostages held by Hamas, represents a critical juncture in international diplomacy concerning the Israel-Hamas conflict.

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