In a move that solidifies its direct military role in the ongoing conflict, the United States announced Thursday it will deploy up to 200 troops to Palestine occupied territories to establish a task force supporting “stabilization efforts” following the Gaza ceasefire, while insisting no American soldiers will enter the strip itself.
The mission, which will operate under US Central Command (CENTCOM), is structured as a Civil-Military Coordination Center. According to senior US officials, its stated purpose is to facilitate the flow of humanitarian and security assistance into Gaza. However, the deployment will see American personnel working directly alongside Israeli occupation forces.
White House spokesperson Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed that the deployed personnel will monitor the ceasefire’s implementation from within the ’48 occupied territories, coordinating with other international forces. The joint center will also include representatives from Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and potentially the United Arab Emirates, aiming for what officials called “regional and international synchronization.”
A US defense official stated the troops possess expertise in logistics and security but emphasized their role is focused on coordination and aid delivery, not combat. Despite these assurances, the deployment marks the first direct US military role tied to the Gaza ceasefire agreement, adding to the extensive military, financial, and diplomatic support Washington has provided to the Netanyahu government.
The deployment marks the first direct US military role tied to the Gaza ceasefire agreement; however, the US has been involved in setting up the so-called Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, deploying anti-ballistic air defenses, and providing endless military, financial, and diplomatic support to the Netanyahu government.
Source: Agencies (edited and translated by Al-Manar English Website)
