UK Backs UN Ramadan Ceasefire Resolution in Gaza

Published on March 26, 2024

The United Kingdom has backed a UN resolution that demanded for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza for the month of Ramadan. The is the first time United Nations Security Council (UNSC) called for a halt to the Israel–Hamas war. The resolution, passed on Monday with 14 votes in support, also demanded “the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages” and humanitarian access to allow the flow of aid, but it did not link the demand for a release of the hostages to the ceasefire during Ramadan, which runs until April 9. Downing Street has said the UNSC resolution sent a clear message that the hostages held by Hamas should be released and aid should allowed in to Gaza....

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