"Israel's Strategic Challenges and Future Role in Gaza"
Israel plans to maintain a security role in Gaza after the war, aiming for a demilitarized and de-radicalized territory run by local civil administrators. Israeli officials express skepticism about the effectiveness of UN peacekeepers, citing past experiences in Lebanon and Gaza. The Arab League has proposed deploying UN peacekeepers, but Israel doubts their ability to ensure security. The future governance of Gaza remains contentious, with differing views from Hamas, the Palestinian Authority, and international stakeholders.