Archive · 10 Nov 2025
UAE Rules Out Joining Gaza Stabilization Force, Backs Peace Efforts
Imagine a neighborhood conflict that has calmed down, and people are talking about how to keep the peace.
A group of countries, including the U.S., are thinking about sending helpers to keep things safe in a place called Gaza.
But one country, the UAE, said they won't send their helpers yet.
They explained that they don't have a clear plan for how these helpers would work.
However, the UAE still wants everyone to be peaceful and will help by sending supplies and supporting talks.
They believe the best way to solve problems is by talking to each other and working together, like they did when they made peace agreements with Israel.
The U.S. thinks the helpers will be there soon and wants other countries to join in.
These helpers would be responsible for making sure Gaza is safe and protected.
The UAE will not join the proposed international stabilization force for Gaza due to the lack of a clear framework.
The UAE will continue to support political efforts for peace and remain a leading provider of humanitarian aid.
The U.S. has drafted a UN Security Council resolution proposing a two-year mandate for a transitional governance body and an international stabilization force in Gaza.
The proposed force would be authorized to demilitarize Gaza, protect civilians and aid, secure borders, and support a new Palestinian police force.
The UAE believes that dialogue, coexistence, and cooperation, as outlined in the Abraham Accords, are the sustainable path to a viable Palestinian state.
- Who
- United Arab Emirates (UAE) represented by Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president; U.S. President Donald Trump; U.S. official; Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, Indonesia, Azerbaijan, Israel
- What
- The UAE has ruled out joining the proposed international stabilization force for Gaza at this time due to a lack of a clear framework, while continuing to support political peace efforts and provide humanitarian aid. The U.S. has drafted a UN Security Council resolution for such a force.
- When
- Monday (announcement by UAE official); U.S. President Trump stated the force would deploy 'very soon' last week.
- Where
- Gaza Strip; Abu Dhabi (location of the Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate); United Nations Security Council
- Why
- The UAE does not see a clear framework for the ISF under current circumstances. The UAE believes dialogue, coexistence, and cooperation through the Abraham Accords are the path to a viable Palestinian state.
UAE's Stance on ISF
International Community's Role
Participation in International Stabilization Force
UAE's Stance on ISF
The UAE does not see a clear framework for the proposed international stability force in Gaza and, under current circumstances, will not take part.
International Community's Role
The U.S. has proposed a UN Security Council resolution for a transitional governance body and an international stabilization force in Gaza, with several countries approached to contribute. The U.S. President stated the force would deploy 'very soon'.
Conditions for Peace and Stability
UAE's Stance on ISF
The UAE believes progress in Gaza depends on reaffirming the principles of the Abraham Accords: dialogue, coexistence, and cooperation, as the only sustainable path to a viable Palestinian state. The UAE remains a leading provider of humanitarian aid and supports political efforts toward peace.
International Community's Role
The draft UN resolution outlines that the ISF would be authorized to 'use all necessary measures' to demilitarize Gaza, protect civilians and aid deliveries, secure borders, and support a new Palestinian police force.
- UAE Official's Name
- Anwar Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE president
- Proposed Force Name
- International Stabilization Force (ISF)
- U.S. Proposal Framework
- UN Security Council resolution for a two-year mandate for a transitional governance body and international stabilization force.
- Countries Approached for ISF
- Indonesia, UAE, Egypt, Qatar, Turkey, Azerbaijan
- Abraham Accords Signatories
- UAE, Bahrain, Morocco