Israel's Iron Dome anti-missile system intercepts rockets launched from the Gaza Strip, as seen from Ashkelon, in southern Israel, October 15, 2023.
The draft resolution received five votes in favor, four votes against and there were six abstentions.
Russia proposed the one-page draft text on Friday, which also called for the release of hostages, humanitarian aid access and the safe evacuation of civilians in need.
The text condemned violence against civilians and all acts of terrorism, but did not name Hamas, who killed 1,300 people in Israel on Oct. 7.
Reporting by Michelle Nichols; editing by Costas PitasOur Standards: The Thomson Reuters Trust Principles.
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