Rubio Outlines U.S. Plans For Gaza, Global Diplomacy
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WASHINGTON. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Friday the United States is advancing urgent plans to stabilise Gaza, including an international governance board, Palestinian technocrats and a potential International Stabilization Force, while urging Hamas disarmament and clarifying mission mandates and funding. He also tempered expectations for U.S.-led Ukraine talks in Miami, saying Washington will not force an unacceptable ceasefire on Kyiv, and updated U.S. diplomatic efforts on Venezuela, Sudan and South Asian disputes. U.S. officials have held consultations with partner nations, including Pakistan, planning continues, and seeking international donor guarantees for reconstruction. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. October: Ceasefire agreement observed between Israel and Palestinian factions.
- 2. Dec 19: Secretary Rubio outlines Gaza governance and stabilization proposals at a year-end press conference.
- 3. Dec 19: U.S. officials hold consultations; Pakistan is reported to consider troop contribution to a stabilization force.
- 4. Dec 19–20: CENTCOM meets partners in Doha to plan an International Stabilization Force; deployment discussed for the near term.
- 5. Dec 20: Rubio urges humanitarian ceasefire in Sudan and reiterates U.S. diplomatic posture on Ukraine and other regions.
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