Saudi Arabia hosts alternative summit on Gaza reconstruction DW 02/21/2025
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Arab leaders from Egypt, Jordan, and the Gulf States convened in Saudi Arabia to discuss an alternative to Trump's controversial reconstruction plan for Gaza. Trump's suggestion to displace Gaza's residents has sparked outrage among Palestinians and neighboring countries. The summit, initiated by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, centered on Egypt's proposal for rebuilding Gaza with Arab oversight, which includes a structured three-phase approach focusing initially on debris removal, followed by an international summit and urban planning for housing and services. Significant funding is anticipated from Gulf states and foreign entities to support this effort.
Egypt’s proposal aims to oversee the reconstruction of Gaza through an Arab-led initiative, emphasizing a three-phase approach starting with debris removal and ending with urban planning.
The meeting highlighted significant regional opposition to Trump’s plan, which suggested displacing Gaza’s population and raising concerns about sovereignty and Palestinian rights.
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