Global efforts in securing peace

Through the resolutions of the United Nations Security Council and the International Court of Justice, the international community has attempted to secure peace following the Israel-Palestine conflict after Hamas attacks in Israel on Oct 7 last year:

・ Resolution 2712(Nov 15, 2023)

Resolution 2712 called for urgent and extended humanitarian pauses and corridors through Gaza to facilitate the provision of essential goods and services. The resolution also demanded the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, especially children, and urged the parties to refrain from depriving civilians of lifesaving services and humanitarian assistance.

・ Resolution 2720(Dec 22, 2023)

Resolution 2720 called for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres to appoint a senior humanitarian and reconstruction coordinator for Gaza and demanded that all parties "allow, facilitate and enable" the delivery of humanitarian aid into Gaza.

・ Resolution 2728(March 25)

Resolution 2728 demanded an immediate cease-fire in Gaza for the Muslim holy month of Ramadan (March 10-April 9). It reiterated the urgent need to expand humanitarian assistance and lift all barriers to its provision. The UNSC further emphasized "the urgent need to expand the flow of humanitarian assistance to and reinforce the protection of civilians in Gaza".

・ Resolution 2735(June 10)

Resolution 2735 called for Hamas to accept a three-phase cease-fire proposal and urged both parties to implement it immediately. The United States sponsored and drafted the resolution based on US President Joe Biden's May 31 statement, in which he proposed a similar three-phase plan to reach a cease-fire in Gaza and to coordinate the release of the remaining Israeli hostages.

・ ICJ advisory opinion to Israel (July 19)

The ICJ declared that Israel's occupation of Gaza and the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, is unlawful, along with the associated settlement regime, annexation, and use of natural resources. The ICJ added that Israel's legislation and measures violate the international prohibition on racial segregation and apartheid. The ICJ mandated Israel to end its occupation, dismantle its settlements, provide full reparations to Palestinian victims, and facilitate the return of displaced people.

SOURCES: UN& ICJ WEBSITES