As one of the UN’s six principal organs, the Security Council is unique among the committees offered at DAVMUN in its membership, scope, and power. The UNSC has a unique, preventive, and reactionary role in the UN—it is meant to respond to international crises and maintain international peace. In response to such crises, the Council can mandate decisive actions such as peace talks, mediations, negotiations, and meetings. Additionally, according to Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, the Council can approve the use of force if there is no other way to maintain international peace. The Security Council can also deploy UN peacekeeping operations and impose sanctions on states. Only the Security Council has this power.
The United Nations Security Council expresses deep concern over the ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict, emphasizing the urgent need for a peaceful resolution. This conflict involves competing national aspirations and territorial claims, with both parties seeking self-determination.
The Council reaffirms its commitment to international law and relevant resolutions, particularly those calling for the cessation of violence and halting settlement activities in occupied territories.
The Security Council stresses the importance of direct negotiations, facilitated by the international community, to address final status issues, including borders, Jerusalem, security, refugees, and water resources. It encourages regional and international actors to support peace efforts.
In conclusion, the Security Council calls on all parties to demonstrate political will, refrain from actions undermining trust, and commit to a negotiated solution that fulfills the legitimate aspirations of both Israelis and Palestinians.