The Take Did the UN just outsource Israel’s occupation?
Nov 25, 2025
Ali Harb, a Washington D.C.-based journalist and senior producer for Al Jazeera, dives into the implications of the UN resolution on Gaza, which mirrors Trump's controversial plan. He discusses the abstentions from Russia and China and the legal ramifications of moving away from a two-state solution. The conversation highlights stark contrasts between promises of ceasefire and the harsh realities on the ground. Ali critiques the resolution’s lack of accountability for Israel, questioning its sustainability and impact on Palestinian self-determination.
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Board Of Peace Internationalizes Gaza
- The UN Security Council resolution largely adopts Donald Trump's 20-point Gaza plan and legitimizes an international "Board of Peace" to govern Gaza.
- The plan internationalizes Gaza's governance with vague timelines and no clear metrics for handing power back to Palestinians.
Undefined Control And Buffer Zones
- The Board of Peace would chair Gaza's governance and deploy an International Stabilization Force reporting to it.
- The resolution anticipates a gradual Israeli withdrawal while keeping an indefinite buffer zone under international stewardship.
Abstentions Reflect Legal Concerns
- Russia and China abstained because the resolution departs from the longstanding two-state framework enshrined in international law.
- They likely avoided a veto to not directly confront the U.S. on a high-profile Trump initiative.