GAZA-(MaraviPost)-US Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Israel, reiterating the US commitment to supporting a Gaza ceasefire while warning Hamas that they will face severe consequences if they fail to comply with the agreement. Speaking in Jerusalem, Vance emphasized that the terms of the 20-point plan are clear: Hamas must disarm.
“If Hamas doesn’t cooperate, then, as the President of the United States has said, Hamas is going to be obliterated,” Vance stated.
However, he declined to set an explicit deadline for compliance, citing the complexity and unpredictability of the situation.
The US is working to establish an International Stabilization Force (ISF) to police Gaza, disarm Hamas, and clear the Strip of all weapons and ammunition. Vance suggested that Gulf Arab forces, with Egypt taking the lead, would likely play a key role in this effort.
Indonesia has offered to send 20,000 troops to participate in the ISF, with other Muslim countries expected to contribute as well.
Notably, the US has ruled out deploying American boots on the ground in Gaza.
“There are not going to be American boots on the ground in Gaza,” Vance said, echoing President Donald Trump’s stance.
The ceasefire remains fragile, with both sides accusing each other of breaches.
Vance’s visit aims to advance the Gaza talks to the second phase of the ceasefire, which would involve more difficult steps, including Hamas’ disarmament.
President Trump has warned that if Hamas doesn’t comply, the group will face severe consequences, tweeting that their end would be “FAST, FURIOUS, & BRUTAL!”
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