The United States has called for a UN Security Council vote on its draft resolution supporting an “immediate ceasefire with the release of hostages” between Israel and Hamas. The exact date for the vote remains unspecified. This move follows a recent Israeli raid that killed at least 274 Palestinians while rescuing four hostages from Hamas. The high Palestinian casualties, including women and children, highlight the severe impact of such operations amid the ongoing conflict, which began with Hamas’ attack on October 7.