"Israel-Hamas Conflict: Updates on Iran, Gaza, and New Sanctions"

The U.S. vetoed a Palestinian bid for full U.N. membership, emphasizing the need for direct negotiations with Israel for a two-state solution. The Security Council vote was blocked by the U.S., with Israel praising the decision and China expressing disappointment. Meanwhile, the U.S. urged Israel to minimize civilian casualties in potential military assaults on Gaza, imposed sanctions on Iranian military leaders, and blamed Hamas for stalled peace talks. Additionally, a U.N. school in Gaza was hit by an airstrike, and the Israeli military appeared to conclude a raid in central Gaza, causing widespread destruction.