Washington uses veto power for sixth time to protect Israel.The United States has blocked yet another United Nations Security Council resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and for Israel to lift all restrictions on the entry of humanitarian aid.Under the UN charter, the Security Council is responsible for maintaining international peace and security.It’s made up of 15 members – 10 elected and five permanent, which have the power to veto resolutions.This time, the 10 elected members plus the United Kingdom, France, Russia and China supported the resolution.But Israel’s biggest ally – the US – refused, saying it did not condemn Hamas or recognise Israel’s right to defend itself.Does it mean the UN Security Council is unable to carry out its mandate?Presenter: Sami ZeidanGuests:William Lawrence – Professor of political science and international affairs at American UniversityArdi Imseis – Associate professor of law at Queen’s University and a former UN legal officerXavier Abu Eid – Political scientist and former adviser to the Palestine Liberation OrganizationPublished On 19 Sep 202519 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share
