Proposals for an international stabilization force in Gaza have included provisions calling for Gaza to be demilitarized and for Hamas to be disarmed.
November 16, 2025
high
temporal
Demilitarization and disarmament have been recurring elements in proposals for international involvement in Gaza security arrangements.
International stabilization forces authorized for post-conflict environments are commonly assigned mandates that can include overseeing borders, providing security, and demilitarizing territory.
November 14, 2025
high
policy
Typical components of mandates for multinational stabilization or peacekeeping operations
States often indicate that a broad United Nations mandate is necessary before they will contribute troops to an international stabilization force.
November 13, 2025
high
normative
Typical condition cited by countries for contributing military personnel to multinational stabilization missions.
The concept of an international stabilization force (ISF) in the Trump administration's plan envisions deploying international forces in parts of Gaza to permit further withdrawal by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).
October 17, 2025
high
policy
A proposed mechanism for security and stabilization during a transition of control in Gaza.
A comprehensive post-conflict plan for Gaza typically includes assembling an international stabilization force, fully demilitarizing and disarming armed groups, addressing insurgents, and arranging a phased but complete Israeli withdrawal.
high
procedural
Commonly recommended components for stabilizing a territory after hostilities.