Turkey Pushes for Gaza Stabilisation Force to Ensure Ceasefire Holds

Turkey has emphasized that its main expectation from the planned International Stabilisation Force in Gaza is to ensure that the fragile ceasefire holds, the country’s Defence Ministry said on Thursday. The announcement underscores Turkey’s pivotal role in regional mediation efforts amid ongoing conflict and humanitarian challenges.

A NATO member, Turkey has been a vocal critic of Israel’s two-year military operations in Gaza, describing the campaign as a genocide. The country has actively sought to participate in the stabilisation force, aiming to provide oversight and security guarantees for civilians in the region, despite repeated objections from Israel.

The proposed International Stabilisation Force is intended to monitor the ceasefire, prevent renewed clashes, and facilitate humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza’s civilian population. Turkish officials have stressed that their involvement is crucial to ensuring accountability and the long-term effectiveness of the truce.

Turkey’s Defence Ministry highlighted that its participation in the force would help safeguard civilians, reinforce ceasefire commitments, and contribute to broader regional stability. The move positions Turkey as a central mediator in international efforts to prevent further escalation and address the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

As tensions remain high in Gaza, international observers are closely monitoring Turkey’s push to join the stabilisation initiative, with the hope that the planned force can act as a credible guarantee for lasting peace.