The American effort to establish an international stabilization force for Gaza continues, with Washington still trying to convince Israel to allow Turkey to join the mission.
Senior political officials say the US understands Israel’s firm refusal, but is nevertheless searching for a formula that would make Turkish participation possible.
According to recent reporting in the Arabic daily "Rai al-Youm", American envoys held intensive discussions with the Israeli government aimed specifically at removing Israel’s veto on any Turkish military presence in the force. Anonymous sources claimed Israel might—under strict US guarantees—accept only limited Turkish involvement in the form of civilian-logistical experts for humanitarian aid, with no Turkish soldiers on the ground. This claim cannot be independently confirmed.
US officials reportedly believe Turkey’s presence could help in the process of disarming Hamas, arguing that the group maintains a high level of trust in Ankara. That trust, they say, is essential for advancing the stages of the agreement being pushed by the White House.