Egypt has finalized its plan to rebuild the Gaza Strip, with a focus on ensuring Palestinians remain in their land. Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty announced the plan’s readiness and said it will be presented at an emergency Arab summit in Cairo on Tuesday.
The plan is designed to address the needs of Gazans without imposing conditions that would force them out of their homes. Abdelatty stated that Egypt will seek international backing and funding for the plan, with a particular emphasis on European involvement in financing Gaza’s reconstruction.
Meanwhile, tensions have increased in the region as Israel blocked aid trucks from entering Gaza, sparking concerns about collective punishment. The first phase of the ceasefire agreement expired over the weekend, and Abdelatty reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to moving forward with the second phase.
Egypt is working with Arab states to present a united front against U.S. proposals that have been met with widespread rejection. Foreign ministers will meet in Saudi Arabia after the summit to discuss how to present their plans to the world.
As negotiations continue, Egyptian officials are confident that goodwill and political determination can help achieve a second phase of the ceasefire. The situation remains volatile, but Egypt’s plan offers a potential solution to the ongoing crisis.
Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/egypt-says-gaza-reconstruction-plan-ready-will-intensify-efforts-phase-two-2025-03-02