On November 17, 2025, the United Nations Security Council adopted a U.S.-drafted resolution endorsing President Donald Trump’s comprehensive peace plan for Gaza, marking a significant diplomatic achievement following intense negotiations. The resolution passed with 13 votes in favor and two abstentions from China and Russia, who expressed concerns over the lack of clarity on Palestinian sovereignty and the details of the proposed governance structures. This vote provides international legitimacy to Trump’s 20-point plan, which builds on the fragile ceasefire achieved last month after two years of devastating conflict between Israel and Hamas, and aims to transition Gaza toward reconstruction, demilitarization, and long-term stability.

The resolution authorizes the creation of an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to secure Gaza, oversee the disarmament of armed groups, protect civilians, and facilitate humanitarian aid, while establishing a “Board of Peace” — chaired by President Trump himself — as a transitional authority to manage reconstruction and governance until at least the end of 2027. Potential troop contributors include Muslim-majority nations such as Indonesia, Azerbaijan, Pakistan, and Turkey, though Israel has voiced opposition to Turkish and Pakistani involvement. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, whose kingdom is expected to play a major role in financing Gaza’s rebuilding, is scheduled to visit the White House on November 18 to discuss development details and broader regional cooperation.

While hailed by the U.S. and allies as a pathway to prosperity and a conditional route to Palestinian self-determination, the plan has drawn criticism: Hamas rejects any foreign force involved in disarming resistance groups, viewing it as biased toward Israel, and Russian and Chinese diplomats warned it cedes too much control to undefined mechanisms. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, despite welcoming the demilitarization aspects, reiterated opposition to outright Palestinian statehood. Implementation remains uncertain amid ongoing challenges, including securing troop commitments and ensuring the ceasefire holds.