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US Struggles to Form Gaza Stabilization Force Amid Resistance

11/27/2025

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US Faces Troop Challenges

The United States faces difficulties assembling the International Stabilization Force for Gaza because few Arab or Muslim nations have committed troops.
Azerbaijan's initial willingness to contribute has waned, possibly due to Turkish influence.
Israel opposes Turkish and Qatari forces but would accept contributions from Azerbaijan and Indonesia.
Hamas continues to resist disarmament, complicating negotiations.
Israel views any Turkish troop deployment unfavorably.

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Trump Advances Humanitarian Efforts

U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan drives Israel to advance a humanitarian area in Rafah, Gaza, with the IDF planning to bring heavy machinery to clear rubble and establish "New Gaza" isolated from Hamas control.
The move proceeds under U.S. pressure, while countries able to send troops remain hesitant to operate in areas still under Hamas influence.
At the same time, the IDF is clearing unexploded ordnance and reinforcing tunnels in Rafah to dismantle terrorist infrastructure.
Hamas's refusal to disarm complicates the effort and could affect the plan’s execution and outcomes.

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US Faces Troop Challenges

The United States faces difficulties assembling the International Stabilization Force for Gaza because few Arab or Muslim nations have committed troops.
Azerbaijan's initial willingness to contribute has waned, possibly due to Turkish influence.
Israel opposes Turkish and Qatari forces but would accept contributions from Azerbaijan and Indonesia.
Hamas continues to resist disarmament, complicating negotiations.
Israel views any Turkish troop deployment unfavorably.

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