France and Britain refine plans at UN for Gaza force resolution

Summary

France and Britain are coordinating with the US to finalize a UN Security Council resolution for an international force in Gaza to stabilize security following a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.

Key Points
  • France and Britain, in coordination with the US, are working to finalize a UN Security Council resolution for an international force in Gaza.
  • The international force aims to stabilize security in Gaza following a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
  • Discussions are ongoing about the terms of reference and country contributions, including Indonesia's offer of 20,000 troops.
  • This force would not be a formal UN peacekeeping mission but authorized by a Security Council resolution allowing the use of force if necessary.
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