U.S. officials revealed this week that a UN-authorized stabilization force could deploy to Gaza as early as January 2026, marking a pivotal moment in efforts to maintain peace after two years of conflict. The proposed International Stabilization Force (ISF) aims to support ceasefire agreements but won’t engage in direct combat with Hamas, according to anonymous sources.
🔍 Key details emerging:
Over 25 countries will meet in Doha on December 16 to plan the force’s structure and rules
Indonesia has offered 20,000 troops for health and reconstruction missions
Hamas insists the force must only monitor borders and not disarm militants
Meanwhile, torrential rains have turned Gaza’s displacement camps into disaster zones 🌧️. The UN reports nearly 800,000 people risk flooding and disease outbreaks, with 14 storm-related deaths already confirmed this week.
⚡ Why it matters: This potential troop deployment represents Phase Two of the 2025 Gaza peace plan brokered by Washington. While Phase One saw hostage exchanges and a fragile truce, Phase Two faces hurdles like Hamas’s refusal to disarm and Israel’s push for demilitarization.
📢 Soundbite: “We want to ensure an enduring peace,” said White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt, acknowledging behind-the-scenes negotiations.
