UN votes overwhelmingly to demand Gaza ceasefire

The United Nations General Assembly has overwhelmingly demanded an immediate, unconditional and permanent ceasefire in the war in Gaza and aid access, after the United States vetoed a similar effort in the Security Council last week. The 193-member General Assembly adopted a resolution that also demands the release of hostages held in Gaza by Hamas, the return of Palestinian prisoners detained by Israel and the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. The text garnered 149 votes in favour on Thursday, while 19 countries abstained and the US, Israel and 10 others voted against. Know the news with the 7NEWS…