Pakistan Plans to Send Troops to Gaza as Part of International Stabilization Force; Israel Likely to Object

Published on: 28 Oct 2025 at 10:18 AM

Published by: Gill Bikram

Pakistan Plans to Send Troops to Gaza as Part of International Stabilization Force; Israel Likely to Object

In a major geopolitical development, Pakistan is preparing to deploy troops to Gaza as part of an International Stabilization Force (ISF) amid the escalating humanitarian and security crisis following Israel’s continued military operations. According to senior officials, Islamabad is currently holding discussions with military and diplomatic stakeholders to finalize its role within the proposed multinational force.

Pakistan’s Plan and Objectives

Pakistan has already sent large-scale humanitarian aid to Gaza, including medical supplies and essential goods. Several Islamic charity groups in Pakistan have also been collecting donations nationwide to support Palestinians.

Now, the government and the Pakistan Army are reportedly considering sending a contingent of soldiers to join the ISF with the following goals:

To help maintain internal security in Gaza.
To prevent rearmament by Hamas and ensure demilitarization zones.
To secure border crossings for humanitarian access.
To supervise aid distribution and protect relief convoys.
To monitor the reconstruction of destroyed civilian infrastructure.

Analysts say Pakistan sees this move as an opportunity to assert itself as a key power within the Islamic world, showing solidarity with Palestinians while projecting military and diplomatic strength internationally.

Structure of the Stabilization Force

The proposed International Stabilization Force will primarily include troops from Muslim-majority nations. After the United States declined participation, several countries—Indonesia, the UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and Azerbaijan—have reportedly expressed willingness to contribute forces.

Israel’s Objection and Regional Sensitivities

Israel has already raised strong objections to Turkey’s involvement in the mission, calling it a “hostile presence” in the conflict zone. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel reserves the right to decide which countries will be allowed entry into Gaza under the post-war stabilization framework.

Given Pakistan’s lack of diplomatic relations with Israel and its historically pro-Palestinian stance, experts believe Tel Aviv may also oppose Pakistan’s deployment, fearing possible friction or intelligence concerns.

The coming weeks are expected to be critical as global negotiations continue over the formation of the Gaza Stabilization Force, its mandate, and which nations will be permitted to operate in the volatile enclave.