The United States has approached Italy to become a founding member of a proposed Gaza stabilization force, seeking Rome's political support rather than troop deployment. The initiative, part of President Donald Trump's broader peace plan for Gaza, aims to involve international partners in stabilizing the region after years of conflict. Italy's potential role would leverage its diplomatic relationships and previous commitments to help train a future Gaza police force. However, Italian officials are weighing the risks and have expressed reservations, particularly regarding controversial aspects of the plan such as financial requirements and governance proposals. The effort has faced challenges, with limited international enthusiasm and criticism over the structure of the peace initiative.