Dhaka: In a bold diplomatic manoeuvre, Bangladesh’s interim government under Nobel laureate Chief Adviser Muhammad Yunus has signalled its readiness to contribute troops to a proposed Gaza Stabilisation Force, aligning itself with US President Donald Trump’s 20-point peace plan for the war-torn region.
The move closely mirrors Pakistan’s earlier willingness to participate, drawing sharp comparisons to how Pakistan’s military leadership, including Army Chief Field Marshal Asim Munir, has sought to curry favour with Washington.
According to intelligence sources, Bangladesh’s National Security Adviser Khalilur Rahman recently held high-level meetings at the US State Department in Washington, where he conveyed Dhaka’s preparedness to deploy forces for peacekeeping, reconstruction, and economic recovery in Gaza following prolonged Israeli bombardment. US officials, including the Ambassador to India and Special Envoy for South and Middle Asian Affairs, reportedly assured full support for any Bangladeshi contingent.
The proposal is considered a strategic bid to secure American goodwill, gain international legitimacy for the interim administration, and strengthen bilateral ties ahead of national elections scheduled for February 12, 2026. Domestically, Yunus aims to consolidate support from pro-Palestinian groups like Jamaat-e-Islami, which has long championed the Palestinian cause.
Trump’s plan envisions a multinational force from Muslim-majority nations — including Pakistan — to oversee a transitional phase in Gaza, though many countries remain cautious over potential involvement in disarming Hamas, which could provoke backlash at home.
By backing this initiative, the Yunus government appears to emulate Pakistan’s approach, positioning itself as a reliable partner to the US in a complex geopolitical landscape.