By JERUSALEM POST STAFF
Highlights of UN Security Council Resolution 1860 passed Thursday night 14-0, with the United States abstaining:
"Stresses the urgency of and calls for an immediate, durable and fully respected cease-fire, leading to the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza."
Calls on UN member states "to intensify efforts to provide arrangements and guarantees in Gaza in order to sustain a durable cease-fire and calm, including to prevent illicit trafficking in arms" and ensure the "sustained reopening" of border crossings.
Expresses "grave concern" at the escalation of violence and deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Emphasizes "the need to ensure sustained and regular flow of goods and people through the Gaza crossings."
"Condemns all violence and hostilities directed against civilians."
Expresses "grave concern" at the escalation of violence and deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Calls for "unimpeded" humanitarian access to Gaza and welcomes the initiative to open "humanitarian corridors."
Urges international efforts to provide humanitarian aid and rebuild Gaza's economy.
Welcomes the Egyptian initiative to arrange and implement a cease-fire as well as other regional and international efforts that are underway.
Encourages "tangible steps" towards reconciliation of Palestinian groups, including Egyptian and Arab League mediation.
Calls for urgent efforts to achieve a comprehensive Israeli-Palestinian peace in which "two democratic states, Israel and Palestine, live side by side in peace."