A rare Sunday meeting of the UN Security Council has brought together diplomats from around the world to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The meeting comes amid growing frustration and concern over the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the region. According to diplomatic sources, the United States had attempted to block the meeting from taking place, citing its potential to pass a binding resolution that could be vetoed by the US.
In recent months, the US has vetoed several UN resolutions related to the Gaza conflict, sparking criticism and frustration among other Security Council members. The US’s stance on the conflict has been a point of contention, with many countries calling for more decisive action to address the humanitarian crisis. “There’s no resolution on the table, that is because the US could veto, or potentially threaten to veto, any sort of binding resolution, as they’ve done five times in the last 22 months,” said a diplomatic source.
The meeting serves as a platform for Security Council members to voice their national opinions and perspectives on the conflict. The fact that it is taking place on a Sunday highlights the urgency and gravity of the situation. “Emergency meetings on the weekend are only reserved for the most urgent of matters,” said the source. The meeting underscores the need for collective action to address the crisis and prevent further escalation.
The Gaza conflict has sparked widespread outrage and frustration among diplomats and the public alike. The meeting provides an opportunity for countries to come together and find a unified response to the crisis. As one source noted, “I think that this genocide in Gaza has brought out a lot of public, but also private frustration by diplomats particularly on the Security Council.” The international community is watching closely to see how the Security Council will respond to the crisis and whether any meaningful action will be taken to address the humanitarian needs of those affected.
The UN Security Council’s meeting on the Gaza conflict highlights the complexities and challenges of international diplomacy. Despite the difficulties, the meeting serves as a crucial step towards finding a solution to the crisis and promoting peace and stability in the region. The international community must continue to work together to address the humanitarian needs of those affected and to find a lasting solution to the conflict.