Moroccan Forces Arrive in Israel Amid Growing International Focus on Gaza
JERUSALEM — Officers from the Moroccan military have arrived in Israel to join a nascent international stabilization force for Gaza, the US Board of Peace announced Tuesday.
A contingent of four Moroccan officers arrived June 18 at the headquarters of the International Stabilization Force in southern Israel, a board official told AFP. The contingent is expected to contribute to the force’s overall structure and provide expertise in policing and other areas.
“Morocco’s arrival strengthens the international effort to support the people of Gaza,” the Board of Peace said on X.
In February, Morocco became the first Arab country to publicly commit to deploying police and military personnel to Gaza. The move is part of President Donald Trump’s plan for Gaza, endorsed by the UN Security Council, which includes a ceasefire, gradual Israeli withdrawal, disarmament of Hamas, and deployment of the ISF. However, little tangible progress has been achieved on the ground.
Hamas, which seized control of Gaza in 2007, has said it is open to an international force provided it does not interfere in internal affairs. Meanwhile, Israel now controls at least 70 percent of the territory. At least 1,027 Palestinians have been killed since the ceasefire began in October, according to Gaza health officials, while Israel has lost five soldiers. Hamas and Israel continue to trade accusations of ceasefire violations.
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