Posted on 10/17/2023 3:35:29 AM PDT by fruser1
The UN Security Council on Monday rejected a Russian resolution calling for a ceasefire to end the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza, with delegates refusing to back a motion that did not single out Hamas for its devastating shock onslaught in Israel that left at least 1,300 people dead.
A second text proposed by Brazil with unequivocal language condemning Hamas appeared to have broader support, and was expected to come to a vote on Tuesday evening, diplomats said.
“We cannot support a resolution which fails to condemn Hamas’ terror attacks,” Barbara Woodward told the council. (Brit ambassador to UN)
(Excerpt) Read more at timesofisrael.com ...
Keep in mind that words are violence. /s
F Russia
“F Russia”
Well, we did side with Ukraine in the war with Russia. We are providing Ukraine with the tools of war to defend themselves against Russian aggression.
Did anyone think Russia would support our stance on Israel?
I don’t get the reasoning for that.
Russia’s position in Israel is merely based on reaction to American support for Ukraine?
I think Russia has its own goals and interests in mind in the ME and their ally Iran.
has nothing to do with Ukraine, Andy
Russia has a long history of supporting Israel’s enemies, like both Hamas and Iran
this is more Russian covering for their buddies
NOTE that Putin STILL has not condemned the Hamas baby-killing!
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