Security Council Approves Gaza Resolution with 13 Votes
The United Nations Security Council convened late Monday night in New York (early Tuesday morning Tehran time) to discuss draft resolutions proposed by both the United States and Russia concerning the Gaza Strip. The council approved its resolution on Gaza with 13 votes.
The latest version of the U.S. draft resolution allows for the establishment of an international stabilization force that would cooperate with Israel, Egypt, and newly trained Palestinian police to help secure border areas and disarm Gaza. It states that this stabilization force would oversee the permanent disarmament of unofficial armed groups, protect civilians, and establish humanitarian corridors.
the draft also provides for creating a “Peace Council,” a transitional governance body for Gaza theoretically headed by former President Trump, with a mandate extending until the end of 2027.
Unlike previous drafts, this resolution tentatively acknowledges future Palestinian statehood. It states that once the Palestinian Authority implements necessary reforms and begins reconstruction in Gaza, “conditions may eventually be established for Palestinians to determine their own fate and form a Palestinian state.”
This clause was met with strong opposition from Israel. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said during a cabinet meeting Sunday: “Our opposition to establishing a Palestinian state anywhere remains unchanged.”
According to Agence France-Presse, some diplomats expect that despite criticism from Russia and doubts among other members, the U.S. draft will be adopted.
Russia’s Draft Resolution on Gaza
Russia-holding veto power at the Security Council-distributed its own draft resolution arguing that the American text does not sufficiently support establishing a Palestinian state. The Russian proposal is set to be voted on early Tuesday.
The Russian draft calls on the Security Council to “express firm commitment to the vision of a two-state solution.” unlike America’s version, it does not currently endorse forming a Peace council or deploying an international force in Gaza but asks UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to provide “options” regarding these matters.
U.S. Representative at UN: “Gaza Has become Hell”
Speaking at this session without mentioning widespread U.S.support for Israel during what many call genocide in Gaza, America’s UN envoy said: “Gaza has become hell on earth over these past two years.” He added hunger is widespread there; hope remains fragile; now “we stand at a crossroads.”
The envoy stated that their presented draft is based on former President Trump’s plan for Gaza. He claimed it is not an empty promise but guarantees lasting ceasefire conditions there.
He emphasized commitment to recovering bodies of three Israeli captives held by Hamas.
Denying U.S. backing of Israeli crimes in Gaza while claiming otherwise would contradict facts, he asserted their proposed resolution includes achievable outcomes assuring “a free Hamas-free” Gaza territory.
He warned delay threatens lives and argued passing this resolution sends hope “to mothers both in Gaza and Israel” who have been forgotten otherwise.
“Today’s decision marks only beginning,” he concluded. “We seek sustained peace free from violence or terrorism thru partnership efforts toward stable Middle East.”
Algeria’s Representative Supports Continued ceasefire
The Algerian delegate stated: The international resolution aims at implementing President Trump’s thorough plan widely supported across all parties involved.
“Without justice for Palestinians,” he warned “there can be no peace in Middle East.” He noted amendments made to improve openness balance within America’s final version endorsed by Arab Islamic countries.
He affirmed respect for choices made by Palestinians themselves via their representatives.
Algeria supports ongoing ceasefire efforts within Gaza alongside rightful determination policy for Palestinians’ future.
The representative highlighted today’s text reflects UN conviction resolving Palestine-Israel conflict while opposing annexation occupation forced displacement endured historically by Palestinians.
Gaza management will transition under technocratic Palestinian committee supervision complemented by stability forces safeguarding civilians inside region.”
It is indeed now time – Algeria said – rebuild period must begin backed firmly through global community financial institutions given extensive hardships facing people throughout West Bank as well,
calling urgently upon pronounced worldwide resolve addressing Palestine issue seriously.”
Resolution Passed With 13 Votes
The American-sponsored resolution concerning Gaza received approval from 13 members of Security Council; Russian and Chinese representatives abstained from voting.
