NEW YORK – After the United States’ veto of a
Security Council Resolution regarding the Israel-Hamas war, the World Jewish
Congress released the following statement:
“We express our deep gratitude to
the United States for issuing a veto of today’s United Nations Security Council
Resolution, which failed to acknowledge the horrific terrorist attacks led by
Hamas on 7 October 2023 and unjustly placed pressure on Israel rather than
holding Hamas accountable for the current situation in Gaza. We also deeply
appreciate that the United States spoke firmly during the Security Council
session, emphasizing that Hamas remains the obstacle to a ceasefire agreement.
“The proposed resolution neglected
to condition a ceasefire on the release of the remaining hostages being held in
Gaza. This would have effectively rewarded Hamas for their actions on October
7th. It also omitted critical demands that Iran and its proxies halt arms
smuggling. Additionally, the inclusion of false claims that Israel is depriving
Palestinians of basic services ignores Hamas’s exploitation of its population
and misuse of resources for terror.
“More than a year after the tragic
events of October 7th, Israel continues to defend its citizens, and the
international community continues to overlook the ongoing threat posed by
terrorist organizations such as Hamas and Islamic Jihad. Achieving lasting
peace requires a decisive rejection of terrorism.
“The UN and its member states must
prioritize efforts to secure the release of hostages and address the enduring
danger that Hamas poses—not only to Israel but also to the Palestinian people.
It is time the Security Council acknowledges the culprits of this situation and
designate Hamas for what it is – a terrorist organization.”
About the World Jewish Congress
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