The article discusses the implications of the U.S. voting against UNGA resolution 12667, which demanded a ceasefire in Gaza amid widespread international concern. This decision underscores a potential erosion of the rules-based order, as countries like Vietnam and Colombia called for action against the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Critics argue that the U.S. choice to prioritize support for Israel, despite serious allegations including genocide, reveals a hypocrisy in its stated commitment to international law, especially when juxtaposed with its responses to conflicts in Ukraine.
Analysts are questioning the future of the rules-based order as the US's support for Israel amidst global calls for a ceasefire indicates a shift in allegiance.
Resolution 12667 saw a diverse international coalition calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, highlighting widespread frustration over the humanitarian disaster.
The US's sustained support for Israel, even against allegations of genocide, raises concerns about its commitment to the international norms established post-World War II.
The Biden administration’s contrasting stances on international law regarding Israel compared to Ukraine raise critical debates about its true dedication to a rules-based order.
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