US President Donald Trump expressed optimism about progress in stabilizing Gaza and advancing plans for an international peacekeeping force after meeting with Qatar’s Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani during a stop at Al Udeid Air Base near Doha. Trump, alongside Qatar’s Emir and Foreign Minister, emphasized the strong alliance between the countries, highlighting the importance of a secure Middle East for the future.
During the meeting, Trump commended Qatar as a crucial partner in maintaining regional stability and mentioned the nation’s willingness to provide peacekeeping troops if necessary for lasting peace in Gaza. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, part of the President’s delegation, mentioned ongoing efforts to collaborate with partners on potential UN resolutions or international agreements to authorize a multinational force in Gaza.
The Trump administration has been urging Arab nations to contribute both financially and with troops to support the proposed peacekeeping mission, although Israel has opposed the involvement of Turkish forces. The President’s visit to Qatar was a brief stop before his upcoming trip to Asia, with visits planned in Malaysia, Japan, and South Korea to strengthen diplomatic relationships in the region ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Seoul.
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