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International peacekeeping force stalled

Gaza Stabilization Force Stalled

Analysis based on 24 articles · First reported May 28, 2026 · Last updated May 29, 2026

Sentiment
-70
Attention
6
Articles
24
Market Impact
Direct
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Market Impact

The stalled International Stabilization Force for Gaza and the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, exacerbated by the Iran war, create significant uncertainty in the defense and energy sectors. Indonesia's withdrawal of troops impacts diplomatic relations and could lead to further instability, potentially affecting global energy prices due to the broader regional conflict.

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Event Summary

The International Stabilization Force for Gaza, announced in February by U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, has failed to materialize three months later. None of the five countries that pledged troops—Indonesia, Morocco, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Albania—have made significant contributions. Indonesia, which committed the largest contingent of 8,000 troops, put its pledge on indefinite hold following the U.S. and Israel's attack on Iran and a perceived lack of commitment from Washington. The ongoing Iran war has made cooperation with the U.S. and Israel difficult for Arab and Muslim leaders, further complicated by a global energy crisis. Efforts to shore up the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas have stalled, with Hamas refusing to disarm and Israel continuing to seize territory and conduct strikes. Nickolay Mladenov, director of the Board of Peace, blames Hamas's disarmament refusal for the deadlock, while Hamas accuses Israel of ceasefire violations. The lack of a stabilization force prolongs instability in Gaza and the broader Middle East.

Key Actions
87 Indonesia committed peacekeeping troops
85 Nickolay Mladenov urged International — United Nations Security Council
81 United States attacked Iran
80 Israel moved to defensive-only position
79 Israel attacked Iran
79 Israel conducted airstrikes Gaza Strip
75 Israel reasserted control Gaza Strip
73 Hamas called delay violation Israel
72 Israel lost soldiers
70 Hamas refuse to disarm
65 Nickolay Mladenov criticized Hamas Hamas
65 Israel cut off aid
60 Hazem Kassem denounced comments Nickolay Mladenov
50 Hamas suspended hostage release Israel
50 Jonathan Miller accused Hamas
Entities Involved
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Indonesia
Indonesia, the largest pledged contributor of troops, put its commitment on indefinite hold due to the Iran war and perceived lack of U.S. commitment, significantly hindering the formation of the International Stabilization Force for Gaza.
Importance 95 Sentiment -30
cnt
United States
The United States initiated the Board of Peace and the International Stabilization Force for Gaza, but its attack on Iran and perceived distraction have led to a lack of commitment from other nations, hindering the force's formation and its own diplomatic standing.
Importance 90 Sentiment -40
loc
Gaza Strip
The Gaza Strip>>> is the central territory affected by the ceasefire, with its 2 million residents living in desperate conditions and facing division if the peace plan fails.
Importance 90 Sentiment -50
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Israel
Israel's continued seizure of territory and strikes on militant targets, along with its attack on Iran, have complicated efforts to establish the International Stabilization Force for Gaza and maintain the ceasefire.
Importance 85 Sentiment -60
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Hamas
Hamas's refusal to disarm is cited as a primary reason for the stalled ceasefire and the inability of the International Stabilization Force for Gaza to begin operations, leading to negative market sentiment.
Importance 80 Sentiment -80
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Iran
The war involving Iran and the U.S./Israel has made it difficult for Arab and Muslim leaders to cooperate with the U.S. and Israel, directly impacting the willingness of countries like Indonesia to contribute troops to the stabilization force.
Importance 75 Sentiment -70
per
Jasper Jeffers
Jasper Jeffers, a U.S. Major General, was tapped to command the 20,000-strong International Stabilization Force for Gaza, but currently has no force to lead due to stalled troop commitments.
Importance 70 Sentiment -20
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International — United Nations Security Council
The International — United Nations Security Council>>> received the first report from the Board of Peace regarding the stalled peace plan in Gaza Strip>>>, highlighting the international community's struggle to enforce peace.
Importance 70 Sentiment -30
per
Nickolay Mladenov
Nickolay Mladenov, director of the Board of Peace, has blamed Hamas's refusal to disarm for the deadlock in establishing the international force and implementing the ceasefire.
Importance 65 Sentiment -30
per
Donald Trump
Donald Trump, as the U.S. President, initiated the Board of Peace and appointed its director, Nickolay Mladenov, playing a key role in the conceptualization of the stabilization force.
Importance 60 Sentiment -20
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United Nations
The United Nations>>> is the overarching international body whose Security Council is being urged to act on the ceasefire.
Importance 60 Sentiment 0
per
Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin
Sjafrie Sjamsoeddin, Indonesia's Defense Minister, cited a lack of commitment from Washington and the ongoing Iran war as reasons for Indonesia's decision to suspend its troop pledge.
Importance 50 Sentiment -15
per
Hazem Kassem
Hazem Kassem>>>, a Hamas>>> spokesman, denounced Nickolay Mladenov>>>'s comments, accusing them of adopting the Israeli narrative and attempting to justify the occupation of Gaza Strip>>>.
Importance 50 Sentiment -70
per
Prabowo Subianto
Prabowo Subianto, Indonesia's President, is keen to raise Indonesia's global profile and strengthen ties with the U.S., suggesting that a complete withdrawal from the stabilization force plan is unlikely.
Importance 45 Sentiment 10
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Morocco
Morocco pledged to deploy high-level military officers to the joint military command of the International Stabilization Force for Gaza, but its commitment has not yet materialized.
Importance 40 Sentiment -10
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