The UN Security Council passed a resolution on March 25, 2024, calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, as well as the unconditional release of all hostages.
- Fourteen countries supported the resolution, but notably, the United States, a key supporter of Israel, abstained from voting.
- US ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, attributed the delay in passing the ceasefire resolution to disagreements, primarily blaming Hamas.
- Since the October 7 strikes, the UN Security Council has been divided over the Israel-Hamas conflict, with only two out of eight resolutions being passed, both focusing on providing humanitarian aid to Gaza.
Q: UN Security Council passed the resolution on March 25, 2024, for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. Which countries are involved in the conflict?
A) Israel and Egypt
B) Israel and Jordan
C) Israel and Palestine
D) Israel and Lebanon
Answer: C) Israel and Palestine
