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U.S. Circulates Draft U.N. Resolution for Gaza Security Force With Two-Year Mandate

Washington targets a vote within weeks despite unresolved language and troop commitments.

Overview

  • The text has been shared with select capitals but not formally tabled for full Security Council negotiations, with the United States aiming for a vote within weeks and initial deployments by January 2026.
  • The proposed International Stabilization/Security Force is described by U.S. officials as an enforcement mission authorized to use all necessary measures, tasked with securing borders, protecting civilians and aid corridors, training a vetted Palestinian police, and pursuing the demilitarization of non-state armed groups.
  • The plan establishes a Board of Peace to oversee a transitional administration and supervise the force through the end of 2027, working in close coordination with Israel and Egypt.
  • U.S. troops would not deploy inside Gaza, and potential contributors—including Indonesia, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey and Azerbaijan—have tied participation to a clear U.N. mandate.
  • Key hurdles include potential vetoes from permanent Council members, Israeli objections to any Turkish deployment, and unresolved language on reporting, command arrangements and rules of engagement.