Israel allows heavy machinery into Gaza ahead of second phase of Trump plan

CAIRO – 27 November 2025: The Israeli military will reportedly allowed heavy machinery to enter the Gaza Strip in preparation for the second phase of US President Donald Trump’s plan, Israeli public broadcaster Kan reported.

The army is preparing to clear rubble in the devastated southern city of Rafah to set up a new humanitarian zone intended to receive thousands of Palestinians, the broadcaster said.

The move comes after Turkish, Qatari and Egyptian mediators met in Cairo to discuss the next phase of a ceasefire agreement that began in October and has largely held despite Israeli violations.

According to the resolution, upcoming phases include establishing an interim international body recently endorsed by a United Nations Security Council resolution to administer Gaza and oversee reconstruction.

This “Board of Peace” is set to serve as a transitional administration until the Palestinian Authority “has satisfactorily completed its reform program” and “can securely and effectively take back control of Gaza.”

The board is set to be led by Trump and other notable leaders, including Former Prime Minister Tony Blair.

Moreover, the resolution authorizes the deployment of a temporary international stabilization force in “close consultation and cooperation” with Egypt and Israel.

The force is set to take responsibility for maintaining security and ensuring the disarmament of Hamas, a key Israeli demand.

The BoP and international civil and security presences in Gaza shall remain authorized until December 31, 2027, according to the resolution, with any further mandate be carried out “in full coordination with Egypt, Israel and other participating states.”