Israel Seeks Buffer Zone in Post-War Gaza: Exclusive Update from Arab States, Sources Say

Israel is giving several Arab states a heads-up about its intent to create a buffer region on the Palestinian side of Gaza’s border as part of its post-war proposals for the territory. According to Egyptian and regional sources, Israel shared its plans with Egypt, Jordan, and the United Arab Emirates, which recently established diplomatic ties with Israel. Even Saudi Arabia, which has no relations with Israel and has halted ongoing normalization talks with the U.S., was informed of Israel’s aspirations for the buffer zone.

However, the notion of a buffer zone is facing resistance from several parties. The U.S. and various Arab states have expressed opposition to any plan that encroaches on Palestinian land. Nevertheless, Israel’s ambitions underscore its desire to shape Gaza’s future beyond traditional Arab mediators.

Israel has also reached out to Turkey and implied that the proposal is part of its future security arrangements for Gaza after its ongoing military campaign culminates. Despite a lack of immediate reaction from the Egyptian, Saudi, Qatari, and Turkish governments, it is clear that Israel is pursuing a multi-tiered plan aimed at dealing with Hamas and transforming Gaza’s future. Israel’s initiative, which would further reduce the Palestinian territories, has raised concerns and objections from various nations in the region, underscoring the difficult road toward finding a comprehensive and lasting peace.

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