US Raises Criticism of Israel's Military Offensive in Gaza Ahead of UNSC Ceasefire Meeting

US officials have criticized Israel's conduct in the war on Gaza, urging the protection of civilians, ahead of a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting to discuss a resolution calling for a ceasefire. However, the US is unlikely to pass the resolution. The UNSC meeting comes after UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres invoked Article 99, warning of a global threat from the war. Human rights group Amnesty International has urged the US not to block the resolution, while critics doubt the US will support any resolution that constrains Israel.