Blair talks about disarming the resistance and Israeli oversight of Gaza police
Tony Blair discusses Israel's role in overseeing a new police force in Gaza and the disarmament of militant factions during remarks in Washington.
Tony Blair, a member of the Executive Council for the 'Peace Council', revealed during an interview with Israeli i24 News that Israel will oversee the operations of a new police force in Gaza to ensure 'good governance'. This statement came during the inaugural summit of the 'Peace Council' in Washington, where Blair emphasized the full commitment of President Donald Trump to the security of Israel while also addressing the need to improve the situation for the Palestinian people.
Blair elaborated on the plan for Gaza, which primarily revolves around disarming the resistance and dismantling military capabilities within the region. He indicated that the transfer of governance would be to a 'technocratic committee' with full authority, aiming to stabilize the region. Additionally, he mentioned that five 'moderate' Islamic nations have agreed to send personnel to an international stability force, and several other nations pledged $7 billion for reconstruction efforts.
This initiative is positioned not as a replacement for the United Nations but as a complementary effort to existing UN resolutions regarding Gaza, advocating a coalition-led approach. Blairβs remarks highlight an ongoing commitment to a structured governance framework in Gaza amidst significant international financial and personnel support to enforce civil policing and governance, which could have profound implications for the future of Israeli-Palestinian relations and stability in the region.