UN Security Council backs US peace plan, but Hamas warns international force could undermine Gaza’s autonomy
In a strongly worded statement on Monday, Hamas, the governing authority in Gaza, rejected a UN Security Council resolution aimed at implementing a US-backed peace plan in the region. The Islamist group said the resolution fails to respect the political and humanitarian rights of Palestinians.
“This resolution does not meet the level of our Palestinian people’s political and humanitarian demands and rights,” Hamas said, condemning the proposed international force whose mission includes the disarmament of Palestinian groups in Gaza.
Hamas criticized the resolution for effectively imposing an international trusteeship on Gaza, which it said is unacceptable to the people and their forces.
Earlier on Monday, the UN Security Council voted 13–0 in favor of the US-drafted resolution, with Russia and China abstaining but no vetoes recorded. The measure supports President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan, outlining a path toward a future Palestinian state and the deployment of an international force to oversee stability in the territory.
The vote was hailed by Washington as “historic and constructive,” reflecting international support for efforts to address the long-standing Israel–Gaza conflict. However, Hamas’ outright rejection underscores the ongoing diplomatic and political challenges in implementing solutions that satisfy both local authorities and international stakeholders.
As tensions remain high, the resolution highlights the delicate balance between international intervention, Palestinian rights, and regional stability, with the situation in Gaza continuing to draw global attention.
Conclusion
Hamas’ response to the UN resolution signals that diplomatic efforts in Gaza remain fraught with obstacles. The world watches closely as negotiations and political pressures unfold in the coming weeks.