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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
David Rising

Iran war has complicated plans for an international force in Gaza that has yet to materialize

Gaza International Stabilization Force - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved.)

The International Stabilization Force for Gaza was announced with great aplomb at the inaugural meeting of U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace in February. The American general tapped to lead the 20,000-strong force said it would ensure “future prosperity and enduring peace” after the devastating Israel-Hamas war.

Three months on, he still has no force to lead as none of the five countries that pledged troops have come through with any significant contributions.

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