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The United Nations Security Council has met behind closed doors in an emergency session amid the war between Israel and Gaza but failed to achieve the unanimity needed for a joint statement. Israel retaliated by declaring a state of war and pounding densely-populated Gaza, killing hundreds of people. The United States called on the council’s 15 members to strongly condemn Hamas. The council met for about 90 minutes and heard a briefing from the UN Middle East peace envoy Tor Wennesland. Diplomats say members led by Russia were hoping for a broader focus than condemning Hamas.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4166630/advertisement