Arab Nations Reject Trump’s Gaza Plan, Back Egypt’s $53B Rebuilding Project/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Arab leaders gathered in Cairo to endorse a $53 billion plan for rebuilding Gaza, rejecting President Donald Trump’s proposal to depopulate the Strip and turn it into a beach destination. With the Israel-Hamas ceasefire’s fate uncertain, the summit emphasized Palestinian sovereignty, calling for a lasting solution. Meanwhile, Trump’s proposal has drawn global condemnation, as Israel maintains its security control over Gaza.
Arab Leaders’ Response to Trump’s Gaza Plan: Quick Look
- Summit in Cairo: Leaders from Egypt, Qatar, UAE, and Saudi Arabia meet.
- Trump’s Controversial Plan: Calls for depopulating Gaza and redeveloping it.
- Arab Nations’ Counterproposal: A $53 billion Gaza rebuilding plan by 2030.
- Humanitarian Crisis: Israel blocks aid, drawing international criticism.
- Palestinian Authority’s Role?: Debate over governance after Hamas.
- Egypt’s Stance: President el-Sissi backs Palestinian statehood.
- Ceasefire Uncertain: Israel demands Hamas disarm, blocks food, fuel.
- Jordan and Gaza Children: King Abdullah II offers medical treatment for amputees.
Arab Nations Reject Trump’s Gaza Plan, Back Egypt’s $53B Rebuilding Project
Middle East Summit Counters U.S. Proposal
Arab leaders gathered in Cairo on Tuesday to formally reject President Donald Trump’s proposal to depopulate Gaza and transform it into a luxury tourist destination. The summit, hosted by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, included high-ranking officials from Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia, as well as U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres.
The leaders endorsed a counterproposal focused on rebuilding Gaza rather than removing its population. The plan, developed by Egypt, outlines a $53 billion investment in infrastructure and housing by 2030, aiming to stabilize the territory without displacing its people.
“There will be no true peace without the establishment of a Palestinian state,” el-Sissi declared at the summit.
Trump’s Plan Sparks Global Outrage
Trump’s radical proposal to remove 2 million Gazans and redevelop the strip into a Middle Eastern Riviera has drawn widespread condemnation.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu supports the U.S. plan.
- Palestinians, Arab nations, and human rights experts denounce it as ethnic cleansing.
- Jordan and Egypt reject any plan to resettle Palestinian refugees on their soil.
“The U.S. is launching a trade war against its allies while appeasing Vladimir Putin—a lying, murderous dictator. Make that make sense,” Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said, linking the U.S. stance on Gaza with its shifting foreign policy.
Egypt’s $53 Billion Rebuilding Plan
Egypt’s proposal presents a comprehensive roadmap for Gaza’s reconstruction and long-term stability.
Key components include:
- Clearing 50 million tons of war rubble.
- Building sustainable housing and industrial zones.
- Expanding Gaza’s coastline using recycled debris.
- Developing a commercial port, airport, and fishing industry.
- Shifting governance to an independent Palestinian authority.
The plan demands that Hamas cede power to an interim government until the Palestinian Authority is reformed. However, Israel rejects any PA role, insisting on permanent security control over Gaza.
Ceasefire & Hostage Crisis: What’s Next?
The fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire remains on the brink as tensions escalate.
- Israel blocks aid to pressure Hamas into accepting a new ceasefire deal.
- The proposed truce requires Hamas to release half its hostages in exchange for an extended ceasefire.
- Israel refuses to release more Palestinian prisoners, a major sticking point.
Humanitarian Fallout & Jordan’s Medical Aid
The humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire, with more than 48,000 Palestinians killed since October 2023. Gaza’s health system is in ruins, forcing neighboring nations to step in.
Jordan’s King Abdullah II agreed to treat 2,000 wounded Palestinian children, transferring the first 30 amputees to Jordanian hospitals on Tuesday.
Conclusion: A Region at a Crossroads
As Trump’s radical Gaza plan faces rejection from Arab nations and the Israel-Hamas ceasefire hangs by a thread, the Middle East is at a pivotal moment. Whether diplomatic efforts will lead to a lasting resolution or a return to violence remains uncertain.
For now, Egypt and its allies are standing firm—Gaza will be rebuilt, not depopulated.
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