The United States has drafted a U.N. resolution that would authorize a two-year mandate for a Gaza transitional governance body and an international stabilization force, according to a document seen by Reuters. The proposal, still under development, has been shared with select countries but has not yet been formally circulated to the 15-member Security Council for negotiations. Washington has not specified when it plans to introduce the resolution for a vote.
The draft would establish a Board of Peace transitional administration and authorize an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to protect civilians, secure humanitarian operations, and stabilize borders with Israel and Egypt. The ISF would also support the creation of a newly trained Palestinian police force, oversee the demilitarization of non-state armed groups, and ensure the permanent decommissioning of weapons. Discussions with potential troop contributors, including Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and Azerbaijan, are ongoing, though Israel has objected to the deployment of Turkish forces. The United States has ruled out sending its own soldiers into Gaza.
This proposal represents the second phase of former President Donald Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan, following a ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Israel and Hamas. The plan envisions ending Hamas governance and demilitarizing Gaza, though Hamas has not indicated willingness to comply. The resolution would also call on the World Bank and other financial institutions to support reconstruction and development in Gaza, including through a dedicated trust fund.
A Security Council resolution requires at least nine votes in favor and no veto from permanent members. The timing of any vote remains uncertain, and diplomats cautioned that the draft could still change as discussions continue.
