international stabilization force
Hamas Offers Weapons "Freeze" Instead of Disarmament in Gaza Peace Negotiations
Dec 11, 2025 06:32 am CST
Hamas leadership has proposed a weapons "freeze" rather than full disarmament as part of ongoing Gaza truce negotiations. Senior Hamas figure Khaled Meshaal told Al Jazeera that while complete disarmament is "unacceptable," the group is willing to discuss weapons storage arrangements as guarantees against military escalation, potentially opening a path forward in the fragile US-brokered ceasefire agreement.
Netanyahu and Trump to Meet on December 29: Discussing Gaza Ceasefire Progress and Middle East Peace Opportunities
Dec 09, 2025 09:48 pm CST
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with US President Donald Trump on December 29, marking their fifth meeting this year. The leaders will discuss the upcoming second phase of the Gaza ceasefire plan, which includes Hamas disarmament and deployment of international forces, while tensions remain over potential West Bank annexation proposals.
Jared Kushner and Tony Blair to Lead Gaza Reconstruction Efforts Under Trump's New Middle East Peace Plan
Dec 08, 2025 04:54 pm CST
Former White House adviser Jared Kushner and ex-UK Prime Minister Tony Blair will head Gaza's post-war reconstruction on an executive board reporting to Trump's "board of peace." The plan includes Palestinian technocrats governing daily affairs, but faces significant challenges as Hamas refuses to disarm while Israel demands demilitarization before withdrawal. The initiative also proposes "alternative safe communities" and an international stabilization force to secure the region.
UN Security Council Approves US Resolution on Gaza Peace Plan and Path to Palestinian Statehood
Nov 18, 2025 06:37 am CST
The UN Security Council has approved a US-drafted resolution supporting President Trump's Gaza peace plan with 13 votes in favor. The plan includes provisions for an International Stabilization Force, a transitional "Board of Peace" governing body, and establishes a pathway toward Palestinian statehood, despite Israeli objections. The resolution gained support from key Arab and Muslim-majority nations as the Gaza Strip faces reconstruction after two years of devastating conflict.
Netanyahu and Putin Hold Strategic Talks on Gaza Ceasefire Amid Competing UN Peace Proposals
Nov 16, 2025 10:24 am CST
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Russian President Putin discussed Middle East developments in a phone call as diplomatic tensions rise over competing UN resolutions for Gaza. Russia's proposal emphasizes UN authority and the two-state solution, challenging the US-backed Trump peace plan that would grant Israel extended security control around Gaza while establishing an international stabilization force.
US Pushes for UN Security Council Adoption of Trump's Gaza Peace Plan: Prospects and Challenges
Nov 14, 2025 07:39 am CST
The United States is urging the UN Security Council to unite behind President Trump's Gaza peace initiative, which proposes a Board of Peace transitional governance structure and an International Stabilization Force. The plan aims to secure a fragile ceasefire, demilitarize Gaza, and potentially establish a pathway to Palestinian statehood, though questions remain about Security Council oversight and the Palestinian Authority's role in the process.
Israel Confirms Bodies from Gaza Not Hostages as Fragile Ceasefire Continues
Nov 01, 2025 10:03 pm CST
Israel has confirmed that three bodies received from Gaza were not hostages, while the fragile ceasefire continues despite occasional violations. Hamas's armed wing claims they handed over unidentified bodies after Israel declined testing offers. Meanwhile, Gaza residents returning to devastated areas express little hope as discussions continue about implementing an international stabilization force requiring UN authorization.
Trump Warns Hamas: "Will Eradicate Them If They Don't Abide by Gaza Ceasefire Agreement"
Oct 21, 2025 10:32 am CST
US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas regarding the Gaza ceasefire agreement, threatening to "eradicate them" if they violate the terms while sending VP JD Vance to Israel for high-level talks. Hamas negotiator Khalil al-Hayya maintains the group remains committed to upholding the fragile truce despite implementation challenges.
US to Deploy 200 Military Personnel to Oversee Gaza Peace Agreement Implementation
Oct 10, 2025 02:40 pm CST
The United States is enhancing its role in the Gaza peace process by deploying 200 Centcom personnel to monitor the implementation of the recently agreed peace accord between Israel and Hamas. Under the command of Admiral Brad Cooper, this team will work alongside international forces from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and possibly the UAE to ensure compliance with President Trump's 20-point peace plan, which includes the release of hostages to Israel.
Arab Nations Unite Behind Trump's Gaza Peace Plan as Hamas Weighs Critical Decision
Oct 02, 2025 03:18 am CST
Arab and Muslim leaders are urging Hamas to accept President Trump's 20-point Gaza peace proposal, prioritizing an end to Israel's devastating military campaign despite some concerns about specific details. The plan promises an Israeli withdrawal, Palestinian retention of Gaza, and international support for reconstruction, representing a potential turning point in the nearly two-year conflict that has expanded across multiple Middle Eastern countries.