UNSC Resolution on Peace in the Gaza Strip: Opportunities and Challenges Facing the Implementation of Trump’s Plan (Emirates Policy Center)

The UN Security Council has adopted Resolution No. 2803 based on US President Donald Trump’s plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip. Intensive preparations for implementation include the formation of an international force mandated by the UNSC to operate in the Strip, with responsibilities such as disarmament. Israel welcomed the resolution but emphasized provisions aligned with its objectives – particularly the disarmament of Hamas and ending the group’s rule in Gaza. Most Palestinian factions, including Hamas, opposed the resolution, while the Palestinian Authority (PA) viewed it as a historic opportunity to return to the Strip, noting that it recognizes the establishment of a Palestinian state with US approval. By granting Trump’s plan international and legal legitimacy, the UNSC resolution enhances prospects for implementation on the ground. However, significant challenges face full implementation by the end of December 2027. These include Hamas’ rejection of the resolution – denouncing it as international guardianship over Palestinians – and Israel’s refusal to withdraw from Gaza before disarming Hamas and ending its rule. – Emirates Policy Center | UNSC Resolution on Peace in the Gaza Strip: Opportunities and Challenges Facing the Implementation of Trump’s Plan