US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Washington is preparing to establish a new governance structure for Gaza, followed by the deployment of an international security force to stabilize the region. The plan aims to reinforce the fragile ceasefire brokered in October under President Donald Trump’s administration, which has been undermined by continued Israeli strikes. Rubio said the proposal includes forming an international governing board and a Palestinian technocratic authority to manage Gaza’s civil affairs. He confirmed progress in identifying potential Palestinian members but noted that key issues remain unresolved, including how to disarm Hamas. Several countries, including Pakistan, have expressed interest in participating, though concerns persist about potential involvement in active conflict. The US diplomat emphasized that clear mandates and funding mechanisms must be defined before troop commitments are made. He also linked effective governance and security to unlocking international reconstruction funds, warning that donors will hesitate to invest without assurances of long-term stability.