European countries are divided over commitments to troop pledges as discussions on establishing a postwar Ukrainian force commence, highlighting ongoing disagreements within Europe about military support and future security arrangements.
The United States is providing air and intelligence support to Ukraine's postwar forces, aiming to bolster Ukraine's defense capabilities amid ongoing conflict.
Israel has reportedly informed several Arab states, including Egypt, Jordan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey, that it wants to establish a buffer zone on the Palestinian side of Gaza's border to prevent future attacks as part of its proposals for the enclave after the war ends. The initiative, which does not indicate an imminent end to Israel's offensive, shows Israel reaching out beyond established Arab mediators as it seeks to shape a postwar Gaza. The buffer zone idea has been met with opposition from several Arab states, although the details of its location and depth are still being examined.