On Monday, November 17, 2025, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2803, endorsing an international stabilization force (ISF) in Gaza. Backed by 13 of 15 council members—with Russia and China abstaining—the resolution endorses the 20-point Comprehensive Plan for Gaza announced by US President Donald Trump this September.
Key Takeaways
- Board of Peace (BoP) will act as a transitional administration to coordinate Gaza’s redevelopment.
- The ISF is authorized to secure borders, support demilitarization, protect civilians, and open humanitarian corridors.
- Mission runs until December 31, 2027, with BoP progress reports due every six months.
- Forces operate under a unified command, funded by voluntary contributions and BoP funding vehicles.
The resolution tasks the BoP with setting the framework and coordinating funding until the Palestinian Authority (PA) completes its reform program and can securely resume control. Once conditions allow, a dialogue between Israel and the Palestinians will seek a political path toward peaceful coexistence.
Reactions have been mixed. In a statement via the WAFA news agency, the PA welcomed the resolution, reaffirming Gaza as an inseparable part of the State of Palestine and pledging to implement reforms that end the suffering of Palestinians and advance a two-state solution under international law. Hamas criticized the plan for overlooking Gaza’s core political and humanitarian needs, warning that an in-force presence inside Gaza could compromise neutrality and undermine national rights.
The road ahead will depend on coordinated international support, transparent reporting, and effective reforms—efforts that could shape Gaza’s future and offer a model for peacekeeping operations worldwide.
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UN Security Council endorses international stabilization force in Gaza
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