US Military plan for divided Gaza 'green zone' secured by Israeli troops
8 days ago
- #Gaza
- #US foreign policy
- #Israeli-Palestinian conflict
- The US plans to divide Gaza into a 'green zone' under Israeli and international military control for reconstruction and a 'red zone' left in ruins.
- Foreign forces will initially deploy alongside Israeli soldiers in eastern Gaza, maintaining the current Israeli-controlled 'yellow line' division.
- US military documents reveal shifting plans, including the abandonment of 'alternative safe communities' (ASC) for Palestinians.
- Humanitarian organizations were not informed of the change in plans regarding the ASC model.
- Without a viable peacekeeping force, Israeli troop withdrawal, and large-scale rebuilding, Gaza risks prolonged instability.
- Mediators warn of a 'not war but not peace' scenario with regular Israeli attacks, occupation, and limited Palestinian self-rule.
- An international stabilization force (ISF) is central to Trump's 20-point peace plan, with a UN resolution expected soon.
- Trump has ruled out deploying US soldiers or funding reconstruction, leaving the vision to others.
- European forces, including British, French, and German troops, were initially considered for the ISF but face reluctance due to past conflicts.
- Jordan, despite being listed as a potential contributor, has ruled out sending troops due to political sensitivities.
- The ISF will operate only in the 'green zone,' avoiding areas where Hamas is reasserting control.
- Reunifying Gaza is seen as a gradual process tied to reconstruction and civilian governance, with no set timeline.
- Trump's plan includes a new Palestinian police force, but its role is limited initially.
- Reconstruction in the 'green zone' aims to attract civilians, but comparisons to failed US policies in Iraq and Afghanistan raise concerns.
- Over 80% of Gaza's structures are damaged or destroyed, with urgent need for reconstruction and aid, which Israel continues to restrict.
- Nearly 1.5 million Palestinians lack emergency shelter, and over 2 million are crowded into the devastated 'red zone.'