The Take Brief: US veto on Gaza at UN, Palestinians take refuge in dumps
Sep 21, 2025
Displaced Palestinians are enduring harsh conditions, living on toxic dumps in Gaza. The U.S. has once again vetoed a UN resolution aimed at bringing an end to the ongoing war. The podcast transitions into an exploration of diplomatic tensions, including Rubio's visit to Qatar amidst recent strikes. Listeners are also introduced to the troubling story of Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya, a detained hospital director. The coverage provides crucial insights into the humanitarian crisis and its geopolitical implications.
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Families Living On Gaza's Garbage Dump
- Displaced families from northern Gaza have settled on a toxic garbage dump in Deir al-Balah because they cannot afford housing or land rental.
- Hind Khoudary reports they cook amid sewage and pollution while trying to clean the area as best they can.
Flattened Neighborhoods Fuel Mass Displacement
- Massive Israeli operations flattened neighborhoods and pushed tens of thousands south on foot with almost nothing to carry.
- The scale of displacement has created makeshift camps across central Gaza with few safe options for civilians.
US Vetoes Ceasefire Despite Council Majority
- The UN Security Council voted 14-1 for a ceasefire resolution but the United States used its veto to block it again.
- The veto pattern highlights persistent diplomatic deadlock despite overwhelming Council support for a ceasefire.