Just hours before the United Nations Security Council is set to vote on an alleged anti-Israel resolution pushed by Algeria, the Biden administration has remained silent on its voting stance. The resolution aims to impose an end on Israel's war of self-defense against Hamas, sparking outrage from various quarters.
The proposed resolution has drawn criticism from U.S. Senator Ted Cruz, who sees it as part of a broader assault on Israel at the United Nations. Cruz has vowed to work with his Republican colleagues and President Trump to counter such measures, including reevaluating the relationship with the U.N. and Palestinians, cutting aid, and imposing sanctions.
There are concerns that the Biden administration might replicate Obama's approach by not vetoing the resolution, as U.N. experts suggest. U.S. Ambassador to the U.N., Linda Thomas-Greenfield, did not address the pending draft resolution in her recent remarks but emphasized the U.S.'s commitment to ending the war in Gaza and ensuring Israel's security.
Human Rights Voices President Anne Bayefsky expressed worries about the resolution, claiming it would prolong the conflict and ignore the root causes, such as Iran and antisemitism. Israel's Ambassador to the U.N., Danny Danon, criticized the draft resolution for not conditioning the cease-fire on the release of hostages, which he believes would strengthen Hamas and terrorism.
The resolution is seen as a contentious issue with significant implications for the region, as various stakeholders await the outcome of the Security Council vote.
