Algeria has submitted a draft resolution to the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) calling for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza, a move met with opposition from the United States, which holds veto power within the council.

The resolution, championed by Algeria, urges for an immediate cessation of hostilities in Gaza and condemns the forced displacement of Palestinian civilians. It emphasizes the importance of compliance with international law and advocates for unimpeded humanitarian access throughout Gaza.

However, US Ambassador to the UN, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, issued a statement expressing the US's opposition to the current draft, asserting that it would not be adopted if put to a vote. Thomas-Greenfield cited concerns that the resolution could disrupt ongoing negotiations aimed at securing a ceasefire.

The draft resolution requires the support of at least nine of the fifteen Security Council members and no vetoes from the permanent members, including the United States, for adoption. Given the US's historical support for Israel and its veto power, the resolution faces significant obstacles in gaining approval.

Meanwhile, amidst the diplomatic tensions, reports emerge of the US administration's preparation to send "tens of millions of dollars" worth of bombs and weapons to Israel, further complicating efforts to de-escalate the conflict in Gaza. This move underscores the enduring US-Israel relationship amid mounting international calls for a cessation of violence and a resolution to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.