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Turkey Left Out of Key Gaza Stabilization Talks

12/16/2025

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Turkey Excluded from ISF

Turkey is excluded from discussions about the International Stabilization Force (ISF) for Gaza, a move linked to Israeli opposition, confirmed by multiple sources.
The U.S. Central Command is hosting a conference in Qatar with representatives from more than 45 countries to address ISF plans.
U.S. officials say the deployment of international troops remains uncertain, with ongoing discussions about the ISF mandate and operational areas as Turkey seeks an invitation.

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Trump Urges European Troops

U.S. President Donald Trump is pressing European nations to contribute troops to an international security stabilization force for Gaza as part of his 20-point plan.
Officials expect deployment early next year, with about 5,000 troops initially and 10,000 by 2026.
Some European countries have offered support, but concerns about potential confrontations with Hamas hinder commitments.
A planning conference in Doha will discuss the force's structure, with a U.S. general expected to lead.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains skeptical about the force's effectiveness.

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Turkey Excluded from ISF

Turkey is excluded from discussions about the International Stabilization Force (ISF) for Gaza, a move linked to Israeli opposition, confirmed by multiple sources.
The U.S. Central Command is hosting a conference in Qatar with representatives from more than 45 countries to address ISF plans.
U.S. officials say the deployment of international troops remains uncertain, with ongoing discussions about the ISF mandate and operational areas as Turkey seeks an invitation.

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