News|GazaIndonesia, Morocco, Kosovo among 5 countries to send troops under Gaza planKazakhstan and Kosovo have also pledged to participate, while Egypt and Jordan will provide training for police officers.
## Deployment of International Stabilization Force to Gaza
Deployment of International Stabilization Force to Gaza
Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Albania have announced their commitment to deploy troops to Gaza. This announcement was made by the commander of the newly established International Stabilization Force (ISF) during a meeting of the United States President's Board of Peace.
General Jasper Jeffers of the US Army, appointed to lead the Gaza stabilization effort, confirmed that Indonesia will take on the role of deputy commander in the mission.
Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto stated that up to 8,000 personnel from Indonesia will participate in the mission. Kazakhstan will contribute troops, including medical units, while Morocco plans to send police officers. Albania has also committed to deploying forces, and Egypt and Jordan will provide training for police officers.
Indonesia's involvement is aimed at ensuring adherence to international law within Gaza. The Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the humanitarian nature of their deployment, focusing on protecting civilians, providing humanitarian aid, and supporting reconstruction efforts. The troops will not engage in combat operations.
Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Albania have announced their commitment to deploy troops to Gaza.
Amnesty International Indonesia has expressed concerns about potential violations of international law due to Indonesia's participation in the stabilization force. The organization's head, Usman Hamid, highlighted risks associated with the deployment.
There are also reservations from Palestinian groups, who fear that the Board of Peace may exacerbate issues related to Israel's occupation of the Gaza Strip.
Comparison with Other Peacekeeping Missions
The Gaza stabilization force is distinct from other peacekeeping missions led by organizations like the United Nations or the African Union. For example, the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), established in 1978, involves over 10,000 peacekeepers from 47 countries, including Indonesia.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.
