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Gaza's Future: A New Plan Takes Shape

Gaza, PalestineWed Nov 05 2025

The United States is developing a comprehensive plan for Gaza, aiming to secure United Nations approval for a two-year mission. This mission would introduce a new administrative team and deploy international peacekeepers to the region.

Key Objectives

  • Peacekeeping: Maintain stability and security.
  • Rebuilding: Facilitate the reconstruction of Gaza.

The Trump Plan

This initiative is part of a broader agreement known as the Trump plan, which has already temporarily halted hostilities between Israel and Hamas.

International Stabilization Force (ISF)

The proposed peacekeeping force, the ISF, would undertake several critical tasks:

  • Protection: Safeguard civilians and aid workers.
  • Disarmament: Ensure that only authorized entities possess weapons.
  • Training: Establish and train a new Gaza police force to maintain local security.

Challenges and Considerations

  • Troop Contributions: Securing commitments from international allies, with Israel expressing reservations about Turkish involvement.
  • Hamas Compliance: Obtaining Hamas's agreement to disarmament remains uncertain.
  • Funding: The U.S. seeks financial support from the World Bank and other international bodies to establish a dedicated reconstruction fund.

Diplomatic Efforts

The U.S. is engaging with key countries, including Indonesia, the UAE, and Egypt, to garner support and participation.

Next Steps

The timeline for a UN vote on this proposal remains unclear, contingent upon securing sufficient international backing.

questions

    What are the potential challenges in establishing a transitional governance body in Gaza, and how might these challenges impact the two-year mandate?
    How might the international stabilization force's mandate to 'use all necessary measures' be interpreted and implemented on the ground?
    If the ISF is authorized to use 'all necessary measures,' does that include bringing in a giant inflatable hammer to squash any conflicts?

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