Brazilian gov’t supports UN resolution for humanitarian pause in Gaza
The Brazilian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that the Brazilian government received the news of the United Nations (UN) Security Council's approval of the first resolution addressing the current humanitarian crisis in the Gaza Strip “with satisfaction.” This crisis stems from the conflict between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas. Brazil, currently holding a seat for non-permanent members on the Security Council until December, supported the resolution.
“The resolution, focusing on the safeguarding of children and proposed by Malta, garnered support from Brazil and the other non-permanent members, securing approval with 12 favorable votes. The United States, the United Kingdom, and Russia opted for abstention,” as conveyed in a ministry statement on Wednesday (Nov. 15).
As per the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the resolution urges the establishment of "urgent and prolonged humanitarian pauses and corridors throughout the Gaza Strip for a sufficient number of days." This is aimed at facilitating the delivery of emergency humanitarian aid to the civilian population, with specialized UN agencies, the International Red Cross, and other impartial humanitarian organizations.
The document also calls for the "immediate and unconditional release of all hostages" held by Hamas and other groups, rejects the forced displacement of civilian populations, and demands the normalization of the flow of essential goods and services to Gaza, with priority given to water, electricity, fuel, food, and medical supplies.
The UN Security Council plays a crucial role in upholding international peace. Its composition includes five permanent members—China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom, and the United States. Additionally, the rotating council features Albania, Brazil, Ecuador, Gabon, Ghana, Japan, Malta, Mozambique, Switzerland, and the United Arab Emirates.
Approval of a resolution requires the backing of at least nine out of the total 15 members, and none of the permanent members can veto the text.
