Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:18am on 18 Nov 2025,Tuesday International
Palestinian Foreign Minister Varsen Aghabekian Shahin called the UN Security Council's endorsement of Trump's Gaza peace plan a "necessary first step" toward lasting peace. Speaking in Manila, Shahin emphasized the ceasefire was essential before pursuing other objectives including Palestinian self-determination and eventual independence. The Monday resolution authorizes multinational security force deployment and establishes a Board of Peace overseeing Gaza's reconstruction. While Trump's plan delays Palestinian statehood until PA reforms occur, Shahin accepted addressing this later, stating "we're happy with this first step" if international law governs implementation. The Palestinian Authority welcomed the vote, contrasting with Israel's rejection of PA involvement and opposition to Palestinian independence. The October ceasefire continues despite mutual violation accusations. (PC: X)
