The Board of Peace: Establishment and UN Security Council Approval
The Board of Peace was established following a plan submitted to and approved by the United Nations Security Council, as confirmed by Srinivasan Muralidhar, Chair of the Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
The plan’s submission and subsequent acceptance by the Security Council represent a formal international effort to address issues within the Occupied Palestinian Territory.Muralidhar’s statement highlights the procedural legitimacy of the Board’s creation, emphasizing its foundation in a UN-endorsed framework. The specific details of the plan,including its objectives and operational scope,are outlined in the official documentation presented to the Security Council.
On December 22, 2023, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2727, demanding an immediate humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza. While this resolution doesn’t directly establish the Board of peace,it demonstrates the Security Council’s ongoing engagement with the region and its willingness to address the escalating crisis,potentially creating the conditions for initiatives like the Board of peace.
Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory
The commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory is a UN body tasked with investigating alleged violations of international humanitarian law and international human rights law in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including East Jerusalem, and in Israel.
Established by the UN Human Rights Council, the Commission’s mandate includes investigating all alleged violations of international law committed by all parties as January 1, 2008.The Commission’s reports and findings contribute to accountability efforts and inform international policy regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Srinivasan Muralidhar serves as the Chair of this Commission, lending credibility to his statements regarding the Board of Peace.
The Commission’s official website provides access to its reports,press releases,and other relevant documentation. The Commission presented its first report to the UN General assembly on October 27, 2022, finding evidence of crimes against humanity.
United Nations Security Council Role
The United Nations Security Council holds primary responsibility for the maintenance of international peace and security, and its approval is crucial for the legitimacy of international initiatives like the Board of Peace.
The Security Council can authorize peacekeeping operations, impose sanctions, and authorize the use of force to address threats to international peace and security. Its resolutions are legally binding on all UN member states. The Council’s involvement in the establishment of the Board of Peace signifies its recognition of the need for a new approach to resolving the issues in the Occupied Palestinian Territory.
As of January 22, 2026, the security Council continues to actively debate resolutions related to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. On January 19, 2026, the council held an open debate on the situation in the Middle East, including the Palestinian question, highlighting the ongoing international concern and efforts to find a peaceful resolution.
