Draft UN resolution on Gaza in silence procedure stage, says Fidan

Discussions continue on the UN Security Council’s draft resolution that would authorize the entry of foreign forces into the Gaza Strip. The parties concerned are currently reviewing the document under the “silence procedure,” Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said, as reported by TASS.

“The various participants in this process have different views and priorities. Bringing them all together in a single text can be difficult — and, of course, it’s impossible to fully satisfy everyone. This is an integral part of diplomacy and compromise. However, the text of the resolution should not hinder the future implementation of the peace process; its disruption must not be allowed. Work on the text continues. It is being submitted for review under the silence procedure. We continue to assess it and work with our partners and colleagues,” Fidan said, commenting on the results of his visit to the United States.

The silence procedure allows UN member states to thoroughly examine the draft resolution, express objections, or clarify their positions.

The Turkish foreign minister stated that “the preparation of the UN Security Council resolution is of utmost importance.”

“There are a number of countries that believe such a resolution is necessary for the subsequent stages of implementing a comprehensive peace agreement. On this issue, Turkey has clear priorities — ending the genocide and ensuring the delivery of humanitarian aid. The methodologies may differ, and there are various draft approaches regarding these matters,” Fidan noted.

He also reminded that although Turkey is not a member of the UN Security Council, it is actively involved in the drafting process of the resolution.

“We have discussed this issue with neighboring countries. We have also met with representatives of the Gaza Contact Group and eight countries in the region with whom we share common views and act together,” Fidan added.