Israel’s Iron Dome anti-missile machine intercepts rockets introduced from the Gaza Strip, as observed from Ashkelon, in southern Israel, October 15, 2023. REUTERS/Amir Cohen Achieve Licensing RightsUNITED NATIONS, Oct 16 (Reuters) – A Russian-drafted U.N. Safety Council answer that will have referred to as for a humanitarian ceasefire within the conflict between Israel and Palestinian militants Hamas in Gaza did not get the minimal 9 votes wanted within the 15-member frame on Monday.The draft answer gained 5 votes in desire, 4 votes towards and there have been six abstentions.Russia proposed the one-page draft textual content on Friday, which also referred to as for the discharge of hostages, humanitarian support get right of entry to and the secure evacuation of civilians in want.The textual content condemned violence towards civilians and all acts of terrorism, however didn’t identify Hamas, who killed 1,300 other people in Israel on Oct. 7.Reporting by way of Michelle Nichols; modifying by way of Costas PitasOur Requirements: The Thomson Reuters Believe Ideas. Achieve Licensing Rights, opens new tab
