Israel has publicly hailed former U.S. President Donald Trump after the United Nations Security Council passed a U.S.-led resolution supporting his comprehensive plan to end the Gaza conflict. The move marks a significant shift in international involvement, providing a framework for peace and a roadmap for Gaza’s political future.
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Key Details of the UN-Backed Gaza Peace Plan
The UN Security Council’s approval embeds Trump’s 20-point peace plan into international law, establishing legitimacy and formal oversight mechanisms. Core components of the resolution include:
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Establishment of the Board of Peace (BoP): This temporary governing authority, chaired by Trump, will administer Gaza through December 2027, overseeing daily administration, reconstruction, budgeting, and donor coordination. While Palestinians will have operational input, they will not have an electoral voice during this transitional period.
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Creation of an International Stabilization Force (ISF): The multinational security mission will progressively replace Israeli forces in designated areas and supervise the demilitarization of Hamas and other militant factions, a key Israeli demand. No U.S. combat troops will be deployed directly to Gaza.
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Humanitarian Aid Coordination: The BoP, in partnership with UN agencies and the World Bank, will manage aid delivery, introducing new rules to safeguard integrity and prevent diversion.
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Pathway to Palestinian Self-Determination: The resolution includes language supporting eventual Palestinian statehood if reforms are met, the first such reference in a U.S.-drafted Security Council resolution since the war began.
Israel’s Response
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu enthusiastically endorsed the plan, describing it as achieving Israel’s war aims and providing a practical path forward for Gaza’s administration. Israel immediately began partial troop withdrawal following the ceasefire agreement, and the cabinet ratified the deal amid pressure from Trump to move diplomatically toward peace. Netanyahu noted that Israel retains full backing to take military action if Hamas violates the plan, emphasizing that the peace initiative fulfills the majority of public and governmental demands in Israel for an end to the conflict and the return of hostages.
Regional and International Impact
The plan has received support from Arab and Muslim nations, promising broader cooperation. However, some far-right elements in Israel have voiced concerns over ending military operations before Hamas is fully defeated and extending sovereignty over Gaza. The transitional arrangement sets up a scenario where Gaza is administered neither by Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority initially but rather by non-UN actors committed to peace, with oversight provided by international institutions. The Security Council’s action marks the first ambitious, multi-year roadmap for reconstructing and advancing Gaza toward sovereignty and stable governance, while critics warn about potential legitimacy and accountability issues.
Conclusion
Trump’s plan, now fortified by UN backing, lays the foundation for demilitarization, governance reform, and the rebuilding of Gaza, with Israel hailing the process as a historic achievement. Implementation faces complex challenges, especially regarding long-term Palestinian self-rule and universal buy-in, but the Security Council’s endorsement signals an unprecedented level of global commitment to peace in the region.
