US blocks ceasefire call with third UN veto in Israel-Hamas war

Palestinians inspect debris and rubble of a destroyed building following Israeli bombardments in Rafah in the southern Gaza Strip. Picture: AFP via Getty Images

The United States on Tuesday again vetoed a draft United Nations Security Council resolution on the Israel-Hamas war, blocking a demand for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire as it instead pushes the 15-member body to call for a temporary ceasefire linked to the release of hostages held by Hamas.

Thirteen council members voted in favor of the Algerian-drafted text, while Britain abstained.