The contribution of Uniting for Peace Resolution No. 377 of 1950 to the resolution of contemporary international conflicts: the Palestinian-Israeli conflict as a model

Abstract

Under the UN Charter, the Security Council possesses broad powers in maintaining international peace and security. This is achieved either by calling upon parties to a conflict to resolve it through diplomatic means, or by employing preventive and enforcement measures under Chapter VII of the Charter. However, the problem lies in the fact that many Security Council resolutions are not adopted due to the use of the veto by the major powers. Consequently, an alternative system was sought, culminating in the UN General Assembly's 1950 "Uniting for Peace" resolution. This resolution effectively replaced the Security Council in carrying out its responsibilities related to maintaining international peace and security, given the Council's inability to fulfill these duties. Our study, employing a historical and analytical approach, examines all aspects related to this resolution as a legal framework for resolving the Palestinian issue, provided certain conditions are met, most importantly, sincerity of intentions, concerted efforts, and strong international support.