The proposal based on the American 20-point plan aims to restore security, guarantee humanitarian access and begin a sustained process of reconstruction and institutional reform of the enclave after two years of devastating conflict between Israel and Hamas.
A competing draft resolution submitted by Russia is also under formal consideration, but it is not yet clear whether the Council will vote on it this afternoon.
What the American text offers
The project would establish an International Stabilization Force (ISF) working with Israel and Egypt with an initial mandate of two years.
A broad view of the Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question. Ramiz Alakbarov, resident and UN humanitarian coordinator (on screen), briefs members.
Its responsibilities would include securing Gaza’s borders, protecting civilians, facilitating humanitarian assistance, supporting the training and deployment of a reconstituted Palestinian police force, and overseeing the permanent decommissioning of weapons held by Hamas and other armed groups in the enclave.
The text also states that Israeli forces would fully withdraw once they have established security and operational control over the entire territory.
A transitional governance mechanism called the Peace Council – chaired by President Donald Trump as part of the US peace plan that underpinned the October 8 ceasefire – would be created to coordinate security, humanitarian aid and reconstruction planning.
This would guide Gaza toward a reformed Palestinian governing authority. The resolution charts a path toward Palestinian self-determination and eventual statehood, linked to responsible governance and steps toward reconstruction.
Why it matters
If adopted, the resolution would provide international legal authority for a multinational security mission, seen by potential troop-contributing countries and donors as necessary for deployment. No UN peacekeeping presence is envisaged.
This could represent a decisive transition from active conflict to stabilization and reconstruction, combining security guarantees with governance and service reforms.
The vote also tests the Council’s ability to agree on a post-conflict framework for Gaza at a critical diplomatic moment, amid persistent humanitarian needs and increased regional tensions.
Washington reportedly warned that if the Council does not act now, it could lead to further internal conflicts and the collapse of the fragile ceasefire.
Key context
The project builds on recent international proposals calling for steps toward a ceasefire, the release of all hostages, the demilitarization of armed groups and reconstruction led by reformed Palestinian institutions.
Negotiations within the Council reportedly focused on the governance structure, operational command, sequencing of security tasks and the degree of involvement of the Palestinian Authority.
Some members raised concerns about external oversight and clarity on the end state of the mission.
Russian draft rival
Russia circulated an alternative resolution ordering the UN Secretary-General to develop options for a stabilization force without endorsing the Peace Council model. We do not yet know whether this text will also be voted on today.
What to watch
• Does the U.S. resolution receive at least nine affirmative votes without a veto from any of the five permanent members of the council – China, France, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States?
• Which member states can commit personnel and equipment to the new force, and on what basis?
• Israel’s position on the proposed withdrawal timetable and governance structure
• The status and future of the Russian project if only the American text were put to a vote
Humanitarian update
• Conditions remain very difficult, with many Gazans struggling to access essential goods after heavy rain and flooding affecting more than 13,000 families.
• At least 9,000 tents, 83,000 tarpaulins and 59,000 blankets have been distributedbut access limits and item restrictions slow scaling ahead of winter.
• Food delivery volumes have increased, authorizing plans to take back two food packages and flour per householdafter earlier reductions in the north due to access delays.
• Debris teams cleared 100,000 tonnesbut around 58 million tonnes remain across Gaza, of which only half is currently accessible.
• More than 5,400 tonnes of aid were collected between Thursday and Sundayincluding shelter, medical supplies and food, with the Zikim crossing now reopened after two months.
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
