International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza
Context:
The International Stabilization Force (ISF), proposed under U.S. President Donald Trump’s Comprehensive Plan to End the Gaza Conflict (2025), represents the central security component of the plan’s second phase — the larger peace framework for Gaza and the future governance of Palestine.
It is a key component of a 20-point peace plan.
Composition of the ISF:
The proposed force would be composed of troops from Egypt, Jordan, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain.
It is designed to be an Arab-led initiative, without the involvement of Western forces.
Core Mandate of the ISF:
The primary responsibilities of the International Stabilisation Force would be:
To prevent a resurgence of Hamas.
To ensure the protection of civilians.
To facilitate the distribution of humanitarian aid.
About Trump’s 20-Point Gaza Peace Plan:
The ISF is a central element of a broader peace framework.
While both Israel and Hamas have agreed to the plan, significant gaps remain.
A key point of contention is Israel's insistence on a "demilitarised" Gaza, which Hamas has not agreed to.