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Israel Authorizes 250 Foreign Troops for Gaza as Multinational Force Preparations Advance
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Israel has authorized the deployment of an initial 250 foreign troops to Gaza as part of a U.S.-led multinational force, with several countries expressing willingness to participate. Preparations include the expansion of a U.S. military base near the border and the advancement of plans for a new city in Rafah. Concerns remain over potential Turkish involvement and the pace of the force's deployment, while Israel insists on Hamas disarmament before any Gaza reconstruction.
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- Israel authorized an initial deployment of 250 foreign troops for a multinational force in Gaza.
- Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, Uganda, and Albania have expressed willingness to join the force.
- Israel strongly opposes Turkish involvement in the multinational force due to political and security concerns.
- The U.S. military is expanding a base near Gaza to support the multinational force's operations.
- Preparations are advancing for a new city near Rafah, which the multinational force may help secure.
- Israel links Gaza reconstruction to Hamas disarmament and third-party control.
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