Indonesia Prepares 20,000 Troops for Gaza Strip - G7 urges UN mandate for Gaza peace as Indonesia readies 20,000 troops
The G7 nations, comprising Germany, the United States, France, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and Canada, are pushing for a swift UN Security Council mandate to implement a Middle East peace plan for Gaza. The US, France, and the UK, as permanent members of the council, are playing a crucial role in this advocacy. Meanwhile, Indonesia's President Prabowo Subianto has ordered the preparation of 20,000 troops for a potential UN peacekeeping mission in the region.
The G7's advocacy comes amidst intermittent fighting in Gaza, despite a ceasefire being in place since October 10. The conflict began on October 7, 2023, following a massacre by Palestinian militants in Israel, resulting in over 1,200 deaths and 250 abductions. Indonesia, which had previously offered peacekeeping support at the 80th UN General Assembly, is now preparing its troops for tasks such as treating war victims, restoring essential services, and rebuilding infrastructure. These troops will focus on protecting civilians and supporting international peace efforts. No timeline for deployment has been set, and President Prabowo will make the final decision once the UN clarifies its requirements.
The G7's advocacy and Indonesia's troop preparation signal a concerted international effort to secure peace in Gaza. With the UN Security Council mandate yet to be finalized, the international community awaits further developments in this critical situation.
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