France and UK Team Up with U.S. for UN Resolution on Gaza Peacekeeping Force

France and the United Kingdom, alongside the United States, are devising a UN resolution to establish a peacekeeping force in Gaza amid a fragile ceasefire with Hamas.

As of October 16, 2023, France and the United Kingdom are collaborating with the United States to draft a resolution for the United Nations Security Council focused on a future international force in the Gaza Strip.
The planning for this international force comes as a ceasefire, mediated by the U.S., is tenuously holding between Israel and Hamas, aiming to stabilize security in Palestinian enclaves.
The Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (France) confirmed that the resolution is expected to be finalized in the coming days, highlighting the urgency of addressing ongoing tensions in Gaza.

Why It Matters

This initiative reflects a critical step towards international involvement in the Gaza Strip, potentially influencing the long-term stability of the region and the dynamics of Israeli-Palestinian relations. The outcome could set a precedent for future peacekeeping efforts in conflict zones worldwide.