UN Votes Overwhemingly In Favor Of Demanding A Ceasefire In Gaza

U.N. member nations have voted overwhelmingly to demand an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of all hostages held by Hamas, and unrestricted access for the delivery of desperately needed food.

UN votes overwhelmingly to demand Gaza ceasefire, hostage release and aid access

# UN Votes Overwhemingly In Favor Of Demanding A Ceasefire In Gaza
June 12, 2025

While not legally binding, the UN voted in favor of demanding a ceasefire in Gaza with a vote of 149-12. The US and Israel rejected the vote due to it not condemning the [October 7th attack](https://www.forgedbytime.com/post/hamas-attack-israel-1272) by Hamas.

UN Votes Overwhemingly In Favor Of Demanding A Ceasefire In Gaza

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