U.S. Vetoes Palestine's UN Membership Bid Despite Broad Support

Despite a 12-3 vote in favor at the Security Council, the U.S. vetoed Palestine's bid for full U.N. membership, citing unresolved issues and the need for direct negotiations.

The U.S. veto came after a Security Council vote of 12 in favor, with the U.K. and Switzerland abstaining.
Palestinian leaders vow to continue their efforts for statehood, emphasizing that the setback will not deter their resolve.
International reactions were mixed, with some nations expressing deep regret over the veto and others, like Israel, supporting the U.S. decision.
The U.S. insists that Palestinian statehood should come through a peace agreement ensuring Israel's security.
Ongoing violence in Gaza and stalled negotiations underscore the complex dynamics of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.