The UN Security Council passed a resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza on March 22 after three failed attempts due to the United States abstaining from the vote.

As a result, the UN Security Council has been demanding an immediate, lasting and sustainable ceasefire in Gaza for the month of Ramadan, and for all hostages taken on Oct. 7 to be returned. 

After the resolution was passed, the prime minister of Israel, Benjamin Netanyahu, canceled talks with the U.S. about Israel’s military operation on Rafah, reflecting the rising tension between the two allies. 

Though the resolution has passed, it has yet to be implemented.

Meanwhile, the situation in Gaza continues to worsen as humanitarian aid is unable to reach those in dire need of it.