A UN resolution is a formal expression of the opinion or will of a UN body, such as the Security Council, General Assembly, Economic and Social Council, or Human Rights Council. Resolutions follow a common format and are published online once they are approved. Resolutions are the primary means by which a UN body can take action or adopt a binding decision on a topic of international concern.
The resolution’s language emphasized that “refugees who wish to return to their homes and live at peace with their neighbours should be allowed to do so as soon as possible and compensated for loss of or damage to property that, under principles of international law and equity, should have been made good.” It also called on all parties to ensure freedom of movement and access to humanitarian aid.
The US vetoed this resolution, which was aimed at ending the Gaza conflict by calling for an immediate, unconditional, and permanent ceasefire, the immediate and dignified release of hostages held by Hamas, and the immediate easing of restrictions on Palestinian access to goods and services in Israel. Moreover, the draft resolution contained numerous other flaws that would have undermined our close ally Israel’s ability to defend itself against Hamas rocket attacks.
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