'Money, Election, Respect...': 5 reasons why US abstained from voting on Gaza ceasefire resolution in UNSC
Israeli administration accused the US of “retreating" from its previous position of blocking such proposals and said that it might hurt its war efforts against Hamas. "In light of the change in the American position, Prime Minister Netanyahu decided the delegation would not leave," the office of Israeli Prime Minister said. 1.
The decision of the United States to change its position in the UN Security Council is not as sudden as it looks, as the Joe Biden-led administration issued multiple warnings about reconsidering their position as the civilian death toll mounted in Gaza. The Israel operation against Hamas has killed more than 32,000 people, most of them innocent women and children. 2.
Moreover, America was particularly concerned with statements by some Israeli ministers, who spoke about resettlement plans in Gaza. "This rhetoric is inflammatory and irresponsible. We have been told repeatedly and consistently by the government of Israel, including by the Prime Minister, that such statements do not reflect the policy of the Israeli government," the State Department said in a statement.
3. Joe Biden is up for a re-match against Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump in the US Presidential Elections 2024. Donald Trump is attempting to capitalize on America's unconditional support to Israel.
The anti-war narrative threatens the core vote base of Democrats, forcing them back on the drawing board to rework their strategy. 4. The US is concerned about Israel's plans to barge in Rafah, which is the last shelter for the Palestinians in Gaza.
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