Washington , 16 October (H.S.): The United States is actively planning for the deployment of an international stabilization force in Gaza, according to senior U.S. advisers. The primary objective is to establish basic security in the Palestinian enclave following the recent conflict.

Speaking on the condition of anonymity on Wednesday, one senior adviser stated, Right now what we’re looking to accomplish is just a basic stabilization of the situation. The international stabilization force is starting to be constructed.

A second adviser detailed that the U.S. is in discussions with several countries about contributing troops to the proposed force. The nations approached include Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, Qatar, and Azerbaijan.The advisers clarified the conditions for future reconstruction efforts in the territory.

While humanitarian aid will continue to enter Gaza, no rebuilding funds will be allocated to areas that remain under Hamas control. We’re looking at starting to rebuild in areas that right now are Hamas-free, terror-free zones, the first adviser explained.

Furthermore, the officials emphasized that the plan does not involve the forced displacement of Gazans from the enclave.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar