Israel expels Dutch representatives from US-led Gaza coordination center

Israel has ordered the immediate removal of Dutch representatives from the International Gaza Support Center (IGSC), a US-led civil-military coordination hub located in Kiryat Gat. The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated the decision follows a ‘wave of anti-Israel policies’ from the Dutch government, specifically citing upcoming legislation that would ban trade in Israeli products originating from occupied Palestinian territories and the Golan Heights.

The IGSC was established last October by the US Central Command (CENTCOM) to coordinate Gaza stabilization efforts, monitor ceasefire agreements, and facilitate humanitarian aid. While the center includes representatives from nations such as Australia, Canada, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom, Israel has begun excluding members of countries that criticize its policies. Following the removal of Spanish representatives in April, Israeli media reports suggest that Tel Aviv may also be considering the expulsion of British officials from the facility.