Israel will decide for itself which foreign forces to allow into Gaza, – Gideon Sa’ar

Israel determines which foreign forces can enter Gaza, excluding Turkish troops from the US plan to end the conflict. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar confirmed this at a press conference in Budapest, reports Reuters.

Diplomatic Tensions

Relations between Turkey and Israel have deteriorated amid the conflict in Gaza. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan sharply condemned Israel’s actions, calling them destructive. Sa’ar noted that Turkey has chosen a hostile approach, making its participation in international forces in Gaza impossible.

Sa’ar emphasized that Israel will not agree to the presence of Turkish troops and has informed American partners about this. At the same time, it remains unclear which countries are willing to send their troops to the region.

International Negotiations

The US administration, despite refusing to send its own troops, is negotiating with Indonesia, the UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, and Azerbaijan to create multinational forces. However, as Sa’ar noted, countries must be fair to Israel to participate in this contingent.

European Position

The European Commissioner for Crisis Management expressed doubts about the leadership qualities of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. She emphasized the need to continue pressure on Israel, pointing to the ongoing suffering of Palestinians in Gaza.

These diplomatic maneuvers and statements create a complex picture of international relations, where every step requires careful consideration. The question of which forces can stabilize the region remains open, but one thing is clear: decisions will be made taking into account a multitude of factors and interests.