**Israeli Government Approves International Stabilization Force Deployment in Gaza**
*Published: July 26, 2026*
In a significant development concerning the ongoing situation in Gaza, the Israeli government has granted approval for the entry of the International Stabilization Force (ISF). This decision is part of United States President Donald Trump’s 20-point “peace plan,” aimed at addressing the long-standing conflict in the region.
An Israeli official confirmed on Sunday that the country’s security cabinet had taken the necessary legal measures to facilitate the deployment of the ISF. According to reports from the Times of Israel, the force will operate in “full coordination with” the Israeli military, although specific details regarding the timeline for deployment remain unclear.
The ISF is expected to consist of approximately 200 personnel from “friendly countries,” including Uganda and Morocco. The Israeli cabinet has asserted that it will retain the authority to approve which nations can contribute forces to the stabilization effort.
This approval comes in the context of a fragile ceasefire agreement reached in October between Israel and Hamas. Despite the ceasefire, reports of violence continue, with the Palestinian Ministry of Health indicating that approximately 1,200 Palestinians have been killed and nearly 3,888 wounded since the agreement was implemented. The ongoing violence has raised concerns about the humanitarian situation in Gaza, where the population of nearly two million has been significantly impacted by the conflict.
The framework established by Trump’s peace plan includes provisions for an international “Board of Peace” tasked with overseeing the administration and reconstruction of Gaza. Additionally, it calls for the establishment of a National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG), which would serve as a technocratic governing body. The plan also stipulates that Hamas must disarm and that Israel should withdraw from the strip.
Nickolay Mladenov, the director-general of the Gaza Board of Peace, expressed support for the Israeli government’s decision, describing it as a “critical part of the agreed framework for stabilizing Gaza.” Mladenov, who previously served as Bulgaria’s foreign and defense minister, emphasized that the deployment of the ISF would support demilitarization efforts and facilitate the transition to an effective Palestinian administration under the NCAG.
The Israeli cabinet's decision comes just one day before Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to travel to Washington, D.C., for discussions with U.S. officials. This timing suggests that the Israeli government is seeking to reinforce its commitment to the peace plan during these critical talks.
Currently, Israel occupies approximately 70 percent of Gaza, and its military actions have led to significant restrictions on the movement of people and goods within the region. The ongoing conflict has created a dire humanitarian situation, with many residents facing shortages of essential supplies.
As the situation continues to evolve, the international community will be closely monitoring the deployment of the ISF and its potential impact on the stability and governance of Gaza. The success of the peace plan and the effectiveness of the ISF in achieving its objectives will depend on cooperation between the involved parties and adherence to the agreed-upon terms.