The United Nations Security Council on Monday (March 25) approved a draft resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Gaza and Israel during the holy month of Ramzan. The UNSC called for the cease-fire, in its first demand to halt the war. The United States abstained from voting on the resolution which also demanded the release of all hostages captivated during Hamas’ October 7 attack in southern Israel. However, the measure does not link the demand to the cease-fire during Ramzan which concludes on April 9.The United Nations Security Council on Monday (March 25) approved a draft resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Gaza and Israel during the holy month of Ramzan. The UNSC called for the cease-fire, in its first demand to halt the war. The United States abstained from voting on the resolution which also demanded the release of all hostages captivated during Hamas’ October 7 attack in southern Israel. However, the measure does not link the demand to the cease-fire during Ramzan which concludes on April 9.