Summary
The United States is sending about 200 troops to Israel to help support and monitor a ceasefire deal in Gaza. These troops will establish a coordination center to assist with humanitarian aid and security efforts without entering Gaza itself.
Key Facts
- The U.S. is sending around 200 troops to Israel for a ceasefire support mission in Gaza.
- U.S. Central Command will lead the creation of a "civil-military coordination center" in Israel.
- This center will help manage humanitarian aid and provide logistical and security support.
- U.S. troops will not enter Gaza but will coordinate efforts from Israel.
- The plan involves contributions from partner nations, non-governmental organizations, and private companies.
- The deployment is part of a peace plan agreed upon by Israel and Hamas, following two years of conflict in Gaza.
- U.S. service members involved have expertise in transportation, planning, security, logistics, and engineering.
