Crisis in Gaza a test of conscience

Once again the United States has abused its veto right in a United Nations Security Council vote on Gaza, shooting down a resolution demanding an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, the release of all hostages and the resumption of full-scale humanitarian aid delivery to the enclave.

The US is the only member among the 15 members of the council that voted against the resolution, once again highlighting Washington's isolation on the world stage over its unconditional support for Israel.

When explaining the "no" vote, Dorothy Camille Shea, the interim US representative at the UN, said: "Any product that undermines our close ally Israel's security is a nonstarter."