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1. Amendment to the United Nations Charter for Adoption of Resolutions by Hypermajority

The General Assembly,

Reaffirming

 the principles of the Charter of the United Nations,

Recognizing

 the need to reflect the changing dynamics of international relations and the importance of 

greater inclusivity in decision-making processes,

Recalling

 Article 108 of the Charter of the United Nations which stipulates that amendments to the 

Charter shall come into force for all Members upon ratification by two-thirds of the Members of the 
United Nations, including all the permanent members of the Security Council,

Noting

 the evolving nature of threats to international peace and security and the imperative for the 

United Nations Security Council to adapt its decision-making processes accordingly,

1.

Proposes

 an amendment to the Charter of the United Nations that introduces the concept of a 

"Hypermajority" vote in the United Nations Security Council, where a resolution may be passed
with a minimum of fourteen affirmative votes out of fifteen, even if one permanent member 
exercises the veto;

2.

Defines

 "Hypermajority" as a superqualified majority that provides a broader consensus among 

Member States of the United Nations Security Council for the adoption of resolutions;

3.

Encourages

 Member States to consider the implications of this amendment as a means to 

enhance the effectiveness of the United Nations Security Council in carrying out its primary 
responsibility of maintaining international peace and security;

4.

Requests

 the Secretary-General to prepare a comprehensive report on the potential impacts of 

this amendment, including legal and procedural aspects, and to submit it to the General 
Assembly at its [next session or specify a time frame];

5.

Decides

 to convene a special session dedicated to considering the amendment to the United 

Nations Charter, to be held [specify a time frame];

6.

Calls upon

 all Member States to engage constructively in deliberations on this proposed 

amendment and to contribute to a comprehensive examination of its merits and challenges;

7.

Affirms

 that this amendment will come into effect upon ratification by two-thirds of the 

Member States of the United Nations, including all of the permanent members of the Security 
Council, in accordance with Article 108 of the Charter.

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2. Amendment to the United Nations Charter Concerning the Voting Rights of Member States 
with Leaders Convicted of War Crimes or Crimes Against Humanity

The General Assembly,

Recalling

 the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and the Universal 

Declaration of Human Rights,

Bearing in mind

 the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court and the commitment of states to 

uphold justice and accountability,

Reaffirming

 its commitment to maintain international peace and security and to promote justice and the

rule of law,

Recognizing

 the imperative that leaders who are found guilty of war crimes or crimes against humanity 

should not influence decisions pertaining to peace and security,

Acknowledging

 the role of the International Criminal Court in the determination and prosecution of war

crimes and crimes against humanity,

Noting

 the need for consistency and integrity in the application of international law, particularly with 

respect to upholding human rights and international justice,

1.

Proposes

 an amendment to the Charter of the United Nations such that any Member State 

whose current leaders have been convicted by the International Criminal Court of war crimes or
crimes against humanity shall have their voting rights suspended in matters requiring a vote by 
the Security Council or the General Assembly;

2.

Stipulates

 that suspension of voting rights is to be enacted immediately following a conviction 

by the International Criminal Court and will remain in effect until such time as the convicted 
leader is no longer in an official position of power or the conviction is overturned;

3.

Clarifies

 that this amendment aims to strengthen the principles of justice and accountability 

within the international community and to safeguard the decision-making processes of the 
United Nations from undue influence by individuals convicted of the most serious crimes of 
concern to the international community;

4.

Requests

 the Secretary-General to coordinate with the International Criminal Court to establish 

a formal notification process for convictions relevant to this amendment;

5.

Calls upon

 Member States to engage in open and constructive dialogue regarding the proposed 

amendment, emphasizing the importance of upholding human rights and the rule of law at the 
international level;

6.

Decides

 to convene an intergovernmental conference to discuss the proposed amendment and 

its implications, with the aim of facilitating the adoption process in accordance with Article 108 
of the Charter;

7.

Affirms

 that the proposed amendment will not affect the obligations and rights of Member 

States under the Charter other than the specific provision concerning voting rights as outlined in
this resolution.

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3. Addressing the Historical Context of the Security Council Composition in Light of the British 
Mandate for Palestine

The General Assembly,

Recalling

 its resolution 181 (II) of 29 November 1947, which adopted the plan for the partition of 

Palestine into independent Arab and Jewish states and the Special International Regime for the City of 
Jerusalem,

Reaffirming

 the need for the implementation of a just and lasting peace in the region that acknowledges

the rights and legitimate aspirations of all peoples involved,

Recognizing

 the complex and unresolved nature of the Palestine question and the ongoing impact of 

historical decisions on the current situation in the Middle East,

Acknowledging

 that the mandate given to the United Kingdom over Palestine and the subsequent 

unresolved partition plan have had a lasting impact on regional and international peace and security,

Observing

 that since the establishment of the State of Israel, the envisioned partition has not been 

realized in a manner that satisfies the agreed-upon terms of resolution 181 (II) and subsequent related 
resolutions,

Expressing concern

 that the involvement of Israel in the administrative matters concerning the 

Palestinian territories has led to increased tensions and conflict, contrary to the spirit of the United 
Nations resolutions aimed at establishing peace,

Affirming

 the importance of equitable representation in the Security Council that reflects current 

geopolitical realities and the need to address historical grievances,

Desiring

 to reinvigorate efforts towards a peaceful settlement of the Palestine question in accordance 

with international law and UN resolutions,

1.

Recommends

 that the status of the United Kingdom as a Permanent Member of the United 

Nations Security Council be reconsidered in light of its historical role in the partition of 
Palestine and the unresolved status of the region;

2.

Proposes

, as a measure to advance the peace process and address historical imbalances, that the 

Permanent Member seat held by the United Kingdom be offered to an Arab nation as 
determined by a collective decision of the Arab League;

3.

Asserts

 that this proposed restructuring is an effort to realign the Security Council with the 

current geopolitical landscape and to facilitate a more effective role for the United Nations in 
resolving long-standing conflicts, including the Israeli-Palestinian conflict;

4.

Calls upon

 the Security Council to conduct thorough deliberations on this matter, taking into 

account the historical context and the current challenges in implementing a viable two-state 
solution as envisioned by resolution 181 (II) and subsequent resolutions;

5.

Decides

 to establish a special committee tasked with examining the potential impact of the 

proposed changes on the peace process in the Middle East, including the establishment of a 
sovereign and independent Palestinian state;

6.

Encourages

 the international community to support renewed diplomatic efforts to realize the 

objectives of resolution 181 (II) and to achieve a just, comprehensive, and enduring peace in the
Middle East.

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4. Admission of the State of Palestine to Membership in the United Nations

The General Assembly,

Recalling

 its resolution 67/19 of 29 November 2012, which accorded to Palestine non-member 

observer State status in the United Nations,

Reaffirming

 the right of the Palestinian people to self-determination and independence in their 

sovereign State,

Acknowledging

 the mutual recognition of the State of Palestine and the State of Israel as expressed in 

the Declaration of Principles on Interim Self-Government Arrangements of 1993,

Recognizing

 the importance of maintaining and strengthening international peace founded upon 

freedom, equality, justice, and respect for human rights,

Recalling

 its resolution 181 (II) of 29 November 1947, which remains a fundamental component of the 

international legitimacy of the two-State solution,

Aware

 that both the State of Israel and the State of Palestine have declared their statehood, and yet only

one has been admitted as a full member of the United Nations,

Emphasizing

 the imperative of a peaceful coexistence of two democratic states, Israel and Palestine, 

living side by side in peace within secure and recognized borders,

Expressing its profound regret

 that the State of Palestine has not yet achieved full membership in the 

United Nations simultaneous with the State of Israel,

1.

Expresses its appreciation

 for the efforts and commitments to peace made by both parties and 

the international community;

2.

Extends an apology

 to the State of Palestine for the delay in its admission to full membership 

in the United Nations;

3.

Affirms

 its support for the two-State solution, based on the borders prior to 1967, with a vision 

of two states, Israel and Palestine, living side by side in peace and security;

4.

Welcomes

 the application of the State of Palestine for admission to membership in the United 

Nations;

5.

Decides

 to admit the State of Palestine to membership in the United Nations, recognizing its 

sovereign equality alongside the State of Israel and its right to defend itself, in accordance with 
the principles of the United Nations and international law;

6.

Urges

 both States to resume negotiations on all final status issues in the Middle East peace 

process and to refrain from unilateral actions that could preclude a negotiated two-state 
outcome;

7.

Encourages

 all Member States to offer support and assistance to the State of Palestine in its 

efforts to develop as a sovereign, independent, and democratic state;

8.

Calls upon

 both Member States, Israel and Palestine, to cooperate diligently for the sake of 

peace, security, and mutual recognition, and to work towards a lasting peace agreement;

9.

Requests

 the Security Council to consider and approve the application of the State of Palestine 

for membership in the United Nations, in line with the Charter of the United Nations;

10.

Directs

 the Secretary-General to take all necessary actions to implement this resolution and to 

report back to the General Assembly at its next session.

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5. Calling for Ceasefire and Hostage Release

The Security Council,

Reaffirming

 the obligation of Israel, the occupying Power, to abide fully by its legal obligations and 

responsibilities under the Fourth Geneva Convention relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in 
Time of War, of 12 August 1949,

Recalling

 its resolutions 242 (1967) of 22 November 1967, 338 (1973) of 22 October 1973, and other 

relevant resolutions,

Noting with deep concern

 the ongoing tensions and military activities in the Occupied Palestinian 

Territory, including East Jerusalem,

Emphasizing

 the importance of the safety and well-being of all civilians in the entire Middle East 

region,

Recognizing

 the principle of self-defense as inherent to all sovereign nations,

Acknowledging

 the legitimate aspirations of the Palestinian people for statehood and the obligations of 

the international community to support them in achieving this goal,

Condemning

 all acts of violence, terrorism, provocation, incitement, and destruction,

Adopting

 the term 

دعابتلا

 

(at-tiba’ad), derived from the Arabic for “distancing” or “spacing apart,” to 

articulate the distinct nature of the Palestinian experience under military occupation,

1.

Calls

 for an immediate ceasefire and a cessation of all hostilities in the Occupied Palestinian 

Territory, including East Jerusalem;

2.

Demands

 that Israel, the occupying Power, cease all military operations and comply with its 

obligations under international law;

3.

Stresses

 the need for all sides to immediately and unconditionally release all hostages as a step 

towards building trust and facilitating dialogue;

4.

Reiterates

 that all Member States have an obligation to respect the sovereignty and territorial 

integrity of other Member States;

5.

Affirms

 Israel’s right to defend itself from threats posed by other Member States, in accordance

with Article 51 of the United Nations Charter;

6.

Recognizes

 that the Palestinian people, who remain under occupation, have expressed their 

peaceful aspirations and their right to self-determination and statehood;

7.

Urges

 Member States to support initiatives aimed at resuming direct negotiations between the 

parties to achieve a two-state solution based on the lines of 4 June 1967 and in accordance with 
the resolutions of the Council, and the principle of land for peace;

8.

Calls upon

 both parties to act on the basis of international law, the Charter of the United 

Nations, and relevant UN resolutions, to refrain from provocative actions, and to work towards 
peace;

9.

Requests

 the Secretary-General to monitor the situation and report back to the Council 

regularly on the implementation of this resolution;

10.

Decides

 to remain actively seized of the matter.

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6. The Dvira Plan

The Security Council,

Reaffirming

 its commitment to a just, lasting, and comprehensive peace in the Middle East in 

accordance with its relevant resolutions, including resolutions 242 (1967) and 338 (1973),

Recognizing

 the need for a two-state solution based on the pre-1967 borders with guarantees for the 

security of both Israel and Palestine,

Acknowledging

 the significance of territorial contiguity for the Palestinian state to ensure its viability 

and the well-being of its population,

1.

Reaffirms

 the necessity for the establishment of a Palestinian state based on the pre-1967 

borders, comprising the West Bank, the Gaza Strip, and East Jerusalem as its capital.

2.

Defines

 the Palestinian territory to include a new boundary line extending from the 

northernmost point of the Gaza Strip, directly southeast to the Dvira/Lahav area, thus creating a 
contiguous landmass that incorporates the entirety of the Gaza Strip and the West Bank down to
Elat in the south.

3.

Mandates

 the establishment of a secure and sovereign border and corridor, under the auspices 

of the United Nations, to connect Gaza and the West Bank along the newly defined boundary 
line, and continuing along pre-1967 West Bank borders, then along the Jordan to UNDOF in the
north, ensuring the free movement of people and goods within the sovereign territory of the 
state of Palestine.

4.

Decides

 that this corridor will be demilitarized, with international guarantees for its security and

neutrality, and with its administration initially overseen by the United Nations Interim 
Administration Mission, transitioning, to Israeli-Palestinian control as stability is achieved.

5.

Calls for

 

the creation of buffer zones along the new boundary line with the dual purpose of 

ensuring security and fostering environmental sustainability, under the supervision of the United
Nations until such a time as it can be handed over to the United Nations Environment 
Programme (UNEP) to manage as a transboundary peace park.

6.

Supports

 the uninterrupted territorial integrity of the Palestinian state, ensuring its land, air, and

maritime borders are respected, including its border with Egypt and Jordan and access to 
international waters.

7.

Urges

 both states to cooperate in establishing peace, security, and prosperity for their peoples, 

safeguarding the rights and freedoms of all citizens within their respective territories.

8.

Requests

 the Secretary-General to appoint a special envoy to oversee the implementation of 

this resolution, and to assist in the negotiations necessary for the successful establishment of the
new boundary line and the administration of the contiguous territory of Palestine.

9.

Instructs

 the dismantling of the existing fence along the southeastern face of the Gaza Strip and

mandates its reinstallation along the newly formed international boundary line stretching from 
northernmost Gaza to the West Bank at Dvira/Lahav. This repositioning of the fence is to be 
conducted under the supervision of the United Nations, ensuring that the new boundary 
provides security while respecting the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the state of 
Palestine. 

10.

Decides

 to remain actively seized of the matter.

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