October 18, 2023

U.S. Vetoes Draft Security Council Resolution that Failed to Mention Israel's Right to Self-Defense

Date
October 18, 2023
Title
Draft Security Council Resolution S/2023/773
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On October 18, 2023, the United States vetoed the resolution, which obtained 12 votes in favor (Albania, Brazil, China, Ecuador, France, Gabon, Ghana, Japan, Malta, Mozambique, Switzerland, United Arab Emirates), 1 against (United States), and 2 abstentions (Russian Federation, United Kingdom). The Security Council also rejected two proposed Russian amendments, which both failed to obtain the required 9 votes in favor.

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