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What is the international stabilisation force for Gaza?

What is the international stabilisation force for Gaza?

Summary

The UN Security Council approved a US-backed resolution supporting President Trump’s plan for an international stabilisation force in Gaza. This force aims to maintain security, train local police, and ensure a ceasefire is upheld, although the specifics of its formation remain unclear. Russia and China abstained from the vote, expressing concerns over the lack of Palestinian involvement.

Key Facts

  • The UN Security Council passed a resolution supporting a plan for an international stabilisation force in Gaza.
  • The force would be responsible for security, training a new Palestinian police force, and ensuring a ceasefire in Gaza.
  • President Trump's plan did not involve input from Palestinian groups.
  • Russia and China abstained from the vote due to concerns about exclusion of Palestinian parties and unclear UN involvement.
  • Israel is focused on disarming Hamas, which has governed Gaza since 2006.
  • Some nations like Azerbaijan and Indonesia have shown interest in contributing troops.
  • Hamas has rejected the resolution, viewing it as imposing international control over Gaza.
  • Egypt, Qatar, and the UAE are in talks about contributing, but the UAE declined participation.
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