Turkey has proposed a security arrangement plan to several Arab states, including the Palestinian Authority, during the first two months of 2023. The plan, which was presented to Kan News’ program “This Morning,” involves deploying forces in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank as part of a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. According to an Arab diplomat familiar with the matter, some Arab countries have recently proposed deploying forces on their behalf, not just in Gaza but also in the West Bank. However, Egypt and other Arab states initially refused the proposal. The report notes that Turkey is trying to position itself as a central player in the region, especially in front of the Americans. While Arab states like Egypt maintain normal relations with Turkey, they view any Turkish attempt to establish a foothold in the Palestinian arena with suspicion. The report suggests that Turkey may be trying to assert itself at Qatar’s expense, against the backdrop of the current failure in the negotiations for the hostage deal.
Turkey’s Proposal for Security Arrangement Plan in Gaza and West Bank
