By Micah Jonah, February 20, 2026
Five countries, including Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Albania, have pledged to send troops or personnel to Gaza under a new stabilization plan coordinated by United States President Donald Trump’ Board of Peace.
US Army General Jasper Jeffers, appointed to lead the International Stabilization Force (ISF) in Gaza, said Indonesia will serve as deputy commander of the mission, with up to 8,000 personnel committed to humanitarian and protective duties.
Indonesian President, Prabowo Subianto emphasized that Indonesian troops will not be involved in combat operations, instead focusing on protecting civilians, delivering humanitarian aid, rebuilding infrastructure, and training Palestinian police forces.
Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev confirmed his country will contribute troops and medical units, while Morocco plans to deploy police officers. Albania also pledged personnel, and Egypt and Jordan will provide training for Gaza’s police.
Human rights advocates have raised concerns over the deployment. Usman Hamid, head of Amnesty International Indonesia, warned that participation could expose Indonesia to violations of international humanitarian law, noting that the Board of Peace does not include representatives of the most disadvantaged Palestinians.
The Gaza stabilization initiative differs from UN or African Union peacekeeping operations, and critics worry it may entrench Israel’s occupation as Israeli forces continue to expand “buffer zones” and restrict aid entry.
General Jeffers expressed optimism, stating, “With these first steps, we will help bring the security that Gaza needs,” highlighting the humanitarian and reconstruction focus of the international force.
