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Italy Considers Joining Gaza's International Security Force

12/9/2025

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Italy is discussing joining Gaza's International Security Force (ISF), potentially becoming the first European nation to participate.
Talks, held mainly at the Civil-Military Coordination Center, aim to establish the force's mandate, authorities, and rules of engagement.
The discussions follow a visit by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to the Italian army's multinational battle group in Bulgaria.

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Italy is discussing joining Gaza's International Security Force (ISF), potentially becoming the first European nation to participate.
Talks, held mainly at the Civil-Military Coordination Center, aim to establish the force's mandate, authorities, and rules of engagement.
The discussions follow a visit by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte to the Italian army's multinational battle group in Bulgaria.