Arab States Convene in Cairo to Formulate Alternative Gaza Plan
Regional leaders aim to propose a governance model for Gaza that excludes Hamas, in response to U.S. President Trump's initiatives.
CAIRO – Heads of state from several Arab nations convened in Cairo to discuss a proposed plan for Gaza that seeks to establish interim governance structures, sidelining Hamas and fostering collaboration among Arab, Muslim, and Western countries.
This initiative contrasts starkly with the vision articulated by U.S. President Donald Trump, who envisions a transformed region termed the 'Middle East Riviera.'
Hamas has publicly rejected any external imposition on Gaza, with senior officials asserting that no foreign-led initiatives or forces will be tolerated in the territory.
Sami Abu Zuhri, a prominent figure within Hamas, emphasized the importance of Palestinian self-governance and the need to resist occupation without foreign custodianship.
Currently, negotiations involving Egypt, Jordan, and several Gulf Arab nations are underway to propose an alternative to Trump’s contentious plan, which reportedly includes the mass displacement of Palestinians and a significant U.S. investment in Gaza’s reconstruction.
Such displacement is viewed with apprehension by regional leaders, who consider it a potential destabilizing factor.
The draft proposal discussed during the summit envisions a Governance Assistance Mission that would temporarily take over from the Hamas administration, tasked with humanitarian assistance and reconstruction efforts.
There are indications that Israel may endorse an Arab-led governance framework as long as it excludes Hamas.
Despite the formal discussions, a significant concern remains regarding the funding for Gaza’s reconstruction, estimated by the United Nations to exceed $53 billion.
Currently, the Egyptian plan does not specify financial contributors, but analysts suggest that substantial investment would likely require the involvement of wealthy Gulf Arab states, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
The UAE, acknowledging Hamas as a security threat, has called for the group's complete disarmament.
However, opinions within the Arab community differ, with some nations advocating for a phased disarmament approach.
As discussions continue, the outcomes of the Cairo summit could have lasting implications for the governance of Gaza and the broader geopolitical landscape in the Middle East.
This initiative contrasts starkly with the vision articulated by U.S. President Donald Trump, who envisions a transformed region termed the 'Middle East Riviera.'
Hamas has publicly rejected any external imposition on Gaza, with senior officials asserting that no foreign-led initiatives or forces will be tolerated in the territory.
Sami Abu Zuhri, a prominent figure within Hamas, emphasized the importance of Palestinian self-governance and the need to resist occupation without foreign custodianship.
Currently, negotiations involving Egypt, Jordan, and several Gulf Arab nations are underway to propose an alternative to Trump’s contentious plan, which reportedly includes the mass displacement of Palestinians and a significant U.S. investment in Gaza’s reconstruction.
Such displacement is viewed with apprehension by regional leaders, who consider it a potential destabilizing factor.
The draft proposal discussed during the summit envisions a Governance Assistance Mission that would temporarily take over from the Hamas administration, tasked with humanitarian assistance and reconstruction efforts.
There are indications that Israel may endorse an Arab-led governance framework as long as it excludes Hamas.
Despite the formal discussions, a significant concern remains regarding the funding for Gaza’s reconstruction, estimated by the United Nations to exceed $53 billion.
Currently, the Egyptian plan does not specify financial contributors, but analysts suggest that substantial investment would likely require the involvement of wealthy Gulf Arab states, including Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.
The UAE, acknowledging Hamas as a security threat, has called for the group's complete disarmament.
However, opinions within the Arab community differ, with some nations advocating for a phased disarmament approach.
As discussions continue, the outcomes of the Cairo summit could have lasting implications for the governance of Gaza and the broader geopolitical landscape in the Middle East.
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