Russia Counters U.S. Push at U.N. With Its Own Gaza Resolution Draft

Russia has introduced its own draft resolution on Gaza at the United Nations Security Council, directly challenging a U.S. proposal aimed at endorsing President Donald Trump’s Gaza peace plan. The move, confirmed through documents reviewed by Reuters, highlights intensifying diplomatic friction as global powers debate the path toward stabilizing the region.

The United States circulated its draft last week, seeking backing for a resolution that would approve a two-year mandate for a transitional governing body in Gaza and authorize an international stabilization force. According to U.S. officials, the proposal has already garnered support from regional partners, and Washington is urging the Security Council to move quickly. U.S. representatives warned that delaying approval could jeopardize the fragile ceasefire and undermine efforts to secure lasting peace for Palestinians in Gaza.

In response, Russia’s U.N. mission sent a note to Council members stating that its counter-proposal is “inspired by the U.S. draft” but aims to establish a more balanced approach. The Russian version calls for the U.N. Secretary-General to outline possible options for an international stabilization force but omits the “Board of Peace,” the U.S.–proposed transitional administration for Gaza. Moscow argues its draft will help the Security Council adopt a unified strategy focused on achieving a sustainable halt in hostilities.

The debate unfolds as Israel and Hamas continue implementing the first phase of Trump’s 20-point Gaza plan, which includes a hostage-release agreement and outlines steps toward longer-term governance arrangements. Although President Trump has ruled out deploying American troops to Gaza, U.S. officials have discussed a potential 20,000-strong international force. Countries such as Indonesia, Egypt, Qatar, the UAE, Turkey, and Azerbaijan have been approached to contribute to this mission.

As both the U.S. and Russia push for support of their competing resolutions, the Security Council faces mounting pressure to adopt a unified stance that could shape the next phase of Gaza’s future.