Occupation media sources revealed on Tuesday extensive arrangements and intensive logistical preparations aimed at accommodating thousands of Indonesian soldiers in the Gaza Strip. These soldiers are set to form the first nucleus of any foreign force entering the Strip since the ongoing aggression began, as part of an international plan to manage the security situation in the coming phase.
The sources stated that these forces will be integrated into what is known as the 'International Peacekeeping Force,' where a 'field cell' has already been identified and prepared. This cell will serve as a main headquarters for the soldiers in a strategic area located between the cities of Rafah and Khan Yunis in the southern part of the Strip, to ensure control over vital contact points.
Regarding infrastructure, reports confirmed that the area extending between Khan Yunis and Rafah is technically ready to receive the forces at any time. However, sources indicated that the construction of permanent residential complexes and integrated logistical facilities for the soldiers may require several additional weeks to ensure the sustainability of the foreign military presence.
Despite no official announcement of the 'zero hour' for the arrival of the first batches, estimates suggest that the operation will come into effect within a few weeks. This timeline is linked to an anticipated pivotal meeting between Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto and US President Donald Trump in Washington in mid-February as part of the 'Peace Council' meetings.
Leaked details indicate that the Indonesian forces could number up to twenty thousand soldiers, based on previous preparations by Jakarta to participate in stabilization efforts. The tasks of these forces will not include any direct confrontation with Palestinian resistance factions or intervention in complex issues such as disarmament, but rather will focus on specific organizational and field tasks.
The main tasks of the international forces include monitoring ceasefire lines to ensure that the truce between the warring parties is not violated, in addition to direct supervision of border areas. These units will also secure certain defensive lines to ensure the separation of engagement in agreed-upon areas, especially in the southern axis which experiences continuous tensions.
Observers believe that the occupation authorities, through this step, seek to find international cover for the security administration of the Strip in the post-major military operations phase. Indonesia is considered a relatively acceptable party to play this role given its international standing, while political circles await the Washington summit which will outline the final features of this foreign presence.
The extended area between Khan Yunis and Rafah is ready to receive the forces, although the construction of permanent residential complexes may require several weeks.
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Arrangements for the deployment of thousands of Indonesian soldiers as the first foreign force in the Gaza Strip