UN Security Council Approves Trump's Peace Plan for Gaza with International Stabilization Force

On Monday, the United Nations Security Council greenlit a peace initiative for the Gaza Strip proposed by former President Donald Trump. This plan includes the establishment of an International Stabilization Force (ISF) aimed at maintaining peace in the region. The ISF, which will be formed in collaboration with Egypt and Israel, is expected to play a crucial role in disarming Hamas, facilitating the reconstruction of Gaza, and moving the territory towards self-governance. One of the critical components of the plan involves the complete withdrawal of Israeli soldiers from Gaza, contingent upon the ISF's capacity to take control of the area. Subsequently, a transitional government led by Trump is proposed to oversee security operations, distribution of humanitarian aid, and the region's reconstruction efforts. The stabilization force is tasked with disarming Hamas and training a future independent Palestinian police force, replacing the current police managed by Hamas. The approved proposal highlights ambitions for the eventual formation of a Palestinian state, setting forth a long-term vision for peace in a historically volatile region. Notably, this initiative represents phase two of Trump's original peace proposal, which was previously accepted by both Israel and Hamas in October. This prior agreement initiated a ceasefire that has generally been maintained. The first phase of the plan included the release of all surviving hostages held by Hamas, as well as the return of the remains of deceased Israeli hostages and soldiers. In response, Israel released hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, which marked a significant step toward the recent developments. In the Security Council vote, 13 out of the 15 member countries expressed their support for the resolution, while China and Russia chose to abstain from the vote. The international community now looks forward to the unfolding of this ambitious plan, amid ongoing concerns, as Gaza continues to grapple with a lack of electricity and humanitarian strife. Related Sources: • Source 1 • Source 2