Israel angry at UN ceasefire resolution, the strongest stance on the conflict so far

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is facing growing criticism from within his own country, following the deteriorating relations between Israel and the U-S. It comes as U-S officials explained their decision to abstain from a resolution vote made by the United Nations Security Council calling for a ceasefire in Gaza.

Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield of the US votes as abstain during Security Council meeting and voting on resolution on Israel and Gaza conflict at UN Headquarters in New York on March 25, 2024. Resolution was put forward by elected members of Security Council. Resolution was adopted with one vote abstained (the USA). (Photo by Lev Radin/Sipa USA) Credit: Lev Radin/Sipa USA