The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has indicated it is unlikely to participate in the proposed international stabilisation force for Gaza, citing the absence of a clear operational framework.
Speaking at the Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate forum on Monday, Emirati presidential adviser Anwar Gargash said, “The UAE does not yet see a clear framework for the stability force, and under such circumstances will probably not participate in such a force.”
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The US-coordinated initiative is expected to include troops from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkiye, with the aim of maintaining stability in Gaza following a fragile ceasefire after two years of conflict. Last week, US President Donald Trump suggested the force could be deployed “very soon.”
The UAE, a Gulf nation with official ties to Israel following the Abraham Accords signed in 2020, remains cautious about committing troops until the details of the force are clarified. Analysts suggest the decision reflects the complexities of regional diplomacy and the UAE’s careful balancing of international partnerships.
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