Security Council Endorses US Proposal for Gaza Ceasefire
UN Security Council Backs US Gaza Ceasefire Proposal with 14 Votes in Favor
News reports indicate that Russia did not participate in approving the resolution.
US President Joe Biden approved a ceasefire proposal between Israel and Hamas.
Foreign media report that after a week of discussion among the 15-member council, the US finalized the resolution.
According to the resolution, Israel has agreed to the ceasefire proposal.
Hamas has been urged to accept the resolution, and both sides are expected to implement it promptly.
The resolution stipulates that the ceasefire will continue while the two parties engage in talks.
In March, the Security Council also called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.