Gaza Stabilization Force Talks in Istanbul

Ministers from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Turkey met in Istanbul on Nov 3 to seek a UN Security Council mandate for a Gaza stabilization force.
The Gaza truce, effective Oct 10, left disarmament and Israel's withdrawal timeline unresolved.
Trump and Rubio sought partners for an International Stabilization Force to address the situation.
Turkey volunteered troops but faced opposition from Israel, while UAE, Indonesia, and Egypt joined.
Deployment depends on an agreed definition, with countries deciding troop placements once the framework is complete.
Israel supports Trump's plan but accuses Hamas of blocking aid and not returning captives' bodies.
Analysts warn a UN mandate risks external influence from Russia and China.
Proponents cite the Multinational Force of Observers and Jordan's adherence to UN rules.
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