Egypt Backs Arab Reconstruction Plan & Expresses Confidence in Trumps Peacemaking Abilities

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Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi has expressed his firm belief that U.S. President Donald Trump has the capability to broker peace in the Middle East. His statement came as Egypt unveiled a $20 billion proposal aimed at rebuilding war-torn Gaza, an initiative backed by several Arab nations.  

 

The proposal was presented during a summit of Arab leaders in Cairo, positioning itself as an alternative to Trump’s controversial plan, which suggested evacuating Gaza’s more than 2 million residents and redeveloping the enclave under U.S. administration. Trump’s idea, which involved transforming Gaza into a luxurious “Riviera,” faced strong criticism, with many accusing it of attempting “ethnic cleansing.” The U.S. administration had implied that Palestinians would be relocated to Egypt and Jordan, raising concerns over whether they would ever be allowed to return to their homeland.  

 

In contrast, Egypt’s plan calls for financial contributions from oil-rich Arab nations and the international community to fund extensive reconstruction efforts over the next two years. The initiative has been well received by the Arab League, proposing the construction of 200,000 new housing units in Gaza, where approximately 70% of buildings have been damaged or destroyed due to the ongoing conflict.  

 

Despite this effort, a major obstacle remains unresolved. The cease-fire between Israel and Hamas expired over the weekend, and while fighting has not resumed, no agreement has been reached to extend the truce. The uncertainty surrounding the cease-fire adds another layer of complexity to the already fragile situation.  

 

The United Nations has expressed strong support for Egypt’s initiative. “I welcome and strongly endorse the Arab-led initiative to mobilize support for Gaza’s reconstruction, clearly expressed in this summit,” UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said in a statement. “The UN stands ready to fully cooperate in this endeavor.”  

 

Palestinian Authority (PA) has shown openness to Egypt’s plan, which also includes a provision for elections to be held in Gaza within a year. Hamas has not allowed elections since it took power in 2006, while PA President Mahmoud Abbas, whose faction was ousted from Gaza by Hamas, insists that his group is the only legitimate governing body capable of leading the enclave. Abbas has expressed his readiness to organize presidential and parliamentary elections.  

 

One of the major sticking points in achieving a long-term resolution is determining who will govern Gaza post-war. Israel has remained firm in its stance that Hamas must be completely removed from power and cannot return as the ruling force. 

 

All plans for Gaza fail if they do not start with a complete defeat and disarmament of Hamas. Either Hamas surrenders military and political power, or operation to do that by force are required. Senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri dismissed the Arab Summit’s proposed Gaza reconstruction plan, stating: “We will not trade our weapons for reconstruction or the entry of aid.”

 

While Hamas has rejected proposals from “external forces,” referring to Trump’s plan, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has endorsed the former president’s vision, calling it an “innovative” and “visionary” idea that should be implemented.  

 

As discussions continue, the future of Gaza remains uncertain. The success of Egypt’s reconstruction initiative depends not only on securing the necessary funding but also on resolving the political disputes that have long plagued the region. Meanwhile, all eyes remain on Trump, whose potential involvement in the peacemaking process has sparked both optimism and controversy.

 

Based on a report by NYP | X  2025-03-06

 

 

[Cryingdick]

Egypt will probably finance the biggest wall in the world and security to keep Palestinians out. For whatever reason they aren't well received.

 

[Srikcir]

1 hour ago, Social Media said:

U.S. President Donald Trump has the capability to broker peace in the Middle East.

He will accept bribes to pursue American interests.

[khunpeer]

2 hours ago, Cryingdick said:

Egypt will probably finance the biggest wall in the world and security to keep Palestinians out. For whatever reason they aren't well received.

 

the Palestinians don't need to look for other countries to live, simply because they have their own already!

[spidermike007]

None of this really means anything, since Egypt is not prepared to take in any Palestinians, nor is Jordan or any other country for that matter, since they are universally disliked throughout the Arab world. 

 

Trump is just making noise, throwing out garbage proposals, and kissing Bibi's butt, as usual. 

[placnx]

26 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

None of this really means anything, since Egypt is not prepared to take in any Palestinians, nor is Jordan or any other country for that matter, since they are universally disliked throughout the Arab world. 

 

Trump is just making noise, throwing out garbage proposals, and kissing Bibi's butt, as usual. 

Actually, if Jordan and/or Egypt cooperated in ethnic cleansing of the Gazans (or West Bankers), their populations would be incensed and the stability of their regimes threatened.

 

There seem to be inaccuracies in this story. The total amount for Gaza cleanup and reconstruction is set at $53bn. This includes the construction of 400,000 dwellings.

 

The Arab League of 22 nations unanimously adopted the Egyptian proposal. US and Israel rejected it. The plan is to seek the approval of the OIC (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation), comprising 57 members.

 

[Bkk Brian]

14 minutes ago, placnx said:

Actually, if Jordan and/or Egypt cooperated in ethnic cleansing of the Gazans (or West Bankers), their populations would be incensed and the stability of their regimes threatened.

 

There seem to be inaccuracies in this story. The total amount for Gaza cleanup and reconstruction is set at $53bn. This includes the construction of 400,000 dwellings.

 

The Arab League of 22 nations unanimously adopted the Egyptian proposal. US and Israel rejected it. The plan is to seek the approval of the OIC (Organisation of Islamic Cooperation), comprising 57 members.

 

Nothing works with Hamas still in place, no solution by the Arab League on this of course its refused. Next