The King of Jordan has warned that international troops would not want to enforce peace in Gaza, citing concerns over the potential for conflict and the need for consent from all parties involved. According to Abdullah II, if security forces were deployed under a ceasefire plan proposed by former US President Donald Trump, they would be hesitant to do so without clear mandates.
The King's comments come amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, with thousands of fighters mobilising to reassert control over parts of the territory. The international community has been involved in attempts to broker a ceasefire, with Qatar and Egypt playing key roles in mediating negotiations.
However, King Abdullah expressed concerns that any large-scale deployment of troops would be seen as an attempt at "peace enforcement," which would be met with resistance from countries unwilling to become embroiled in the conflict. He emphasized the importance of peacekeeping missions, where security forces support local police forces and provide humanitarian aid without taking sides.
The King also highlighted the challenges faced by Palestinians, who have been subjected to a two-year-long siege and numerous air strikes, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread destruction. Despite this, Queen Rania, Jordan's monarch, expressed hope for a lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians, acknowledging that it would require international support.
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, King Abdullah acknowledged the complexity of the situation, stating that "choosing hope was not easy... but it's the only path that doesn't deny Palestinians or betray their struggle or our humanity."
The King's comments come amid ongoing tensions between Israel and Hamas in Gaza, with thousands of fighters mobilising to reassert control over parts of the territory. The international community has been involved in attempts to broker a ceasefire, with Qatar and Egypt playing key roles in mediating negotiations.
However, King Abdullah expressed concerns that any large-scale deployment of troops would be seen as an attempt at "peace enforcement," which would be met with resistance from countries unwilling to become embroiled in the conflict. He emphasized the importance of peacekeeping missions, where security forces support local police forces and provide humanitarian aid without taking sides.
The King also highlighted the challenges faced by Palestinians, who have been subjected to a two-year-long siege and numerous air strikes, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread destruction. Despite this, Queen Rania, Jordan's monarch, expressed hope for a lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians, acknowledging that it would require international support.
In an exclusive interview with the BBC, King Abdullah acknowledged the complexity of the situation, stating that "choosing hope was not easy... but it's the only path that doesn't deny Palestinians or betray their struggle or our humanity."