UN Security Council backs Trump's Gaza plan, approves peace board
What's the story
The United Nations Security Council has adopted a United States-drafted resolution to establish a more sustainable peace in Gaza. The 15-member council voted 13-0 in favor of the resolution, with Russia and China abstaining but not vetoing it. The resolution seeks to give international legitimacy to US President Donald Trump's 20-point Gaza plan, which was partially used in last month's ceasefire in the region.
Transitional authority
Resolution outlines establishment of 'Board of Peace'
The resolution endorses the formation of a "Board of Peace" as a transitional authority in Gaza, according to CNN. It also calls for the deployment of a temporary International Stabilization Force (ISF) to oversee demilitarization, secure streets, and facilitate humanitarian aid. The ISF will be led by Muslim-majority countries such as Indonesia and Azerbaijan under unified command. US Ambassador to the UN Michael Waltz emphasized that opposing this resolution would mean choosing war over peace.
Coordination efforts
US establishes coordination center in Israel for Gaza
The United States has set up a coordination center in southern Israel to oversee the next steps of the Gaza ceasefire plan. This includes reconstruction efforts and humanitarian aid entry. However, there are concerns over the resolution's implementation due to its vague details on sequencing and timelines for transferring authority to the Palestinian Authority (PA). The resolution permits the Board of Peace's operations until the end of 2027 but lacks clarity on Palestinian statehood timelines.
Opposition voiced
Hamas expresses opposition to UN Security Council resolution
Hamas has opposed the draft resolution, calling it an attempt to impose international guardianship over Gaza. They argue that assigning stabilization force tasks inside Gaza compromises neutrality and makes them a conflict party. Despite this, US officials say the Board of Peace will coordinate humanitarian assistance delivery and support the Palestinian technocratic committee for civil service operations while the PA implements its reform program.