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U.S. refuses to veto UN vote on Israeli settlements

On Friday, the U.S. allowed the passage of a United Nations Security Council resolution condemning Israeli settlements in Palestinian territory. It was the first time in decades that the Security Council was able to adopt a resolution on settlements. In the past, the U.S. has used its veto power to block resolutions critical of Israeli policies. Tony Dokoupil reports.
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