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Pakistan Mulls Troop Deployment to Controversial Gaza Mission

10/28/2025

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Pakistan is nearing a decision to contribute troops to the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza.
The ISF is part of a US-brokered peace agreement to maintain security and aid Gaza.
The move faces domestic concerns from General Asim Munir, Pakistan Army Chief, whose hardline image could clash with a US-backed mission.
Critics warn the deployment could be seen as betrayal by Pakistanis who hold anti-Israel sentiment, risking unrest.

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Story summary

Pakistan is nearing a decision to contribute troops to the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza.
The ISF is part of a US-brokered peace agreement to maintain security and aid Gaza.
The move faces domestic concerns from General Asim Munir, Pakistan Army Chief, whose hardline image could clash with a US-backed mission.
Critics warn the deployment could be seen as betrayal by Pakistanis who hold anti-Israel sentiment, risking unrest.