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Kosovo has agreed to contribute peacekeepers to a US-led stabilisation force for Gaza, joining a short list of countries that have committed troops to the effort. The move reflects Kosovo's alignment with broader Western-backed initiatives tied to the Gaza ceasefire and reconstruction plan. Separately, a humanitarian official with the newly formed 'Board of Peace' overseeing aspects of the Gaza plan acknowledged that despite the body's claims of progress, conditions for Palestinians in Gaza continue to deteriorate, with Israeli tactics described as making life 'untenable' for millions. The disconnect between official messaging and ground realities has raised questions about the effectiveness of the stabilisation and reconstruction efforts.