Trump administration officials have repeatedly ruled out deploying U.S. ground forces inside Gaza as part of the ongoing peace plan, emphasizing a multinational International Stabilization Force led by countries like Indonesia and Morocco for post-ceasefire stabilization starting early 2026. Recent developments, including Phase Two's launch in January amid fragile ceasefire adherence and funding shortfalls reported April 10, reinforce this stance, with U.S. troops—around 200—stationed in Israel for oversight via the Civil-Military Coordination Center and a planned border base, but no Gaza entry. Heightened Middle East tensions, including U.S. reinforcements for Iran ceasefire monitoring as of April 16, divert resources without altering Gaza policy, underpinning trader consensus at 82.5% against U.S. forces entering before 2027.