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U.S. Assigns Up to 200 Troops to Monitor Gaza Ceasefire

Drawn from existing CENTCOM units, the team will operate via a civil‑military coordination center in Israel.

Overview

  • White House officials said up to 200 U.S. service members already in the region will be tasked with overseeing compliance with the ceasefire.
  • U.S. forces will not enter the Gaza Strip, with the mission described as observation, support, and coordination rather than combat.
  • CENTCOM plans a coordination hub in Israel to manage humanitarian flows and provide planning, logistics, security, and engineering support.
  • Reporting indicates participation from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey, with the United Arab Emirates cited as a possible contributor.
  • Coverage also notes expected involvement from partner militaries, non-governmental organizations, and private-sector entities supporting relief operations.