The UN Security Council on Saturday did not adopt a draft resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza after the United States used its veto to block the measure. The vote came as Israeli forces and Hamas continued to exchange fire, with the war showing no sign of easing.

The failed resolution underscored the deep divisions inside the Security Council over how to respond to the conflict. Supporters argued that an immediate halt to the fighting was urgently needed to protect civilians and open space for humanitarian relief, while the veto again exposed the limits of the council’s ability to act.

The latest diplomatic setback comes as civilian suffering in Gaza remains severe amid ongoing violence and restricted access to aid. With no ceasefire in place, pressure is likely to build on world powers to find a path that can reduce bloodshed and address the humanitarian crisis.

The Reuters report said fighting continued throughout the day, leaving the prospects for a negotiated pause uncertain. For families trapped by the war, the council’s failure means more uncertainty and little immediate relief.