General Assembly
Committee: [Insert Committee Name, e.g., Fourth Committee (Special Political and Decolonization) or Plenary]
Topic: Promoting Peace and Stability in the Middle East, Including the Question of Palestine
Sponsor: French Republic
Co-Sponsors: [To be determined during conference — suggest Jordan, Sweden, Egypt, and Ireland]
The General Assembly,
Recalling its previous resolutions, including 181 (II) of 1947, 242 (1967), and 338 (1973), as well as relevant Security Council resolutions, which uphold the principles of peaceful coexistence and the right of all states in the Middle East to live within secure and recognized boundaries,
Reaffirming its commitment to a just, comprehensive, and lasting peace in the Middle East based on a two-state solution, enabling both Israel and Palestine to coexist peacefully and securely,
Recognizing France’s long-standing role as a mediator in the region and its continued support for multilateral diplomacy, humanitarian assistance, and regional stability,
Noting with concern the continuation of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, including settlement expansion, violence, and restrictions on movement, as well as broader regional instability in countries such as Syria, Lebanon, and Yemen,
Emphasizing the urgency of addressing humanitarian crises, advancing inclusive dialogue, and fostering economic resilience as critical steps toward breaking cycles of violence,
Expressing appreciation for the efforts of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA), the Quartet, and regional partners including the Arab League,
Hereby resolves to:
1. Revitalize the Peace Process
a. Call for the reconvening of an International Middle East Peace Conference by 2026, co-hosted by France and a regional partner, to restart negotiations on a final status agreement based on pre-1967 borders with mutually agreed land swaps;
b. Urge all parties to resume direct bilateral negotiations, facilitated by the United Nations and the Quartet, with a defined two-year timeline to resolve core issues such as borders, the status of Jerusalem, refugees, and mutual security guarantees;
2. Address Humanitarian Needs
a. Request an immediate increase in funding for UNRWA to reach a target of $1.5 billion annually, with France pledging to lead donor coordination efforts to support education, health, and food assistance for Palestinian refugees;
b. Encourage the establishment of a Middle East Humanitarian Corridor, supervised by the United Nations, to ensure the delivery of aid to vulnerable populations in Gaza, Syria, and Yemen without political preconditions;
3. Promote Security and De-escalation
a. Support the deployment of an expanded UN peacekeeping presence in contested areas such as the Golan Heights and the Gaza-Israel border, to monitor ceasefires and help prevent the escalation of hostilities;
b. Urge all states and non-state actors to cease the transfer of arms contributing to regional instability, and to voluntarily report arms transfers to the UN Register of Conventional Arms;
4. Foster Economic Stability and Development
a. Endorse the creation of a Middle East Economic Resilience Fund (MERF), targeting $2 billion by 2028 from donors and private investors, to fund job creation, infrastructure, and renewable energy projects in Palestine and neighboring countries;
b. Encourage the establishment of regional trade initiatives, such as a Middle East Free Trade Zone, to foster economic interdependence and cooperation among Israel, Palestine, Jordan, and Egypt;
5. Uphold Human Rights and Accountability
a. Call for the UN Human Rights Council to create a permanent commission of inquiry to monitor and report annually on human rights violations in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and broader Middle East crises;
b. Urge all parties to respect freedom of movement, guarantee access to religious sites, and uphold the protection of civilians in accordance with international humanitarian law;
6. Strengthen International Cooperation
a. Request the UN Secretary-General to appoint a Special Envoy for Middle East Peace by the end of 2025, tasked with coordinating diplomatic efforts and reporting on progress;
b. Propose the launch of an annual Middle East Stability Forum, beginning in 2027, to review peace efforts, address emerging threats, and maintain high-level diplomatic engagement;
Concludes by reaffirming its dedication to a peaceful, just, and prosperous Middle East in which the rights, security, and aspirations of all peoples — especially Palestinians — are respected and realized.
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