During the recent Arab Summit in Cairo, Arab leaders strongly condemned any attempts to forcibly displace Palestinians.
They warned that such actions pose a threat to Middle East peace.
Their final statement emphasized that peace remains the strategic choice for Arab nations, reaffirming the two-state solution as the only viable path to regional stability.
The statement also called for an international peacekeeping force in the West Bank and Gaza.
In order to ensure security and stability and prevent further escalation.
Massive War Damages & Financial Needs:
A preliminary assessment revealed that the war in Gaza, since October 7, 2023, has caused over $53 billion damages in various sectors, including:
- Housing sector: $15.8 billion in damages, with 330,000 buildings damaged—272,000 completely destroyed.
- Infrastructure: 1,190 km of roads completely destroyed, with 415 km severely damaged.
- Health sector: $6.3 billion in losses; 18 hospitals shut down, and 17 hospitals partially operational.
- Education sector: $3.2 billion in losses; 88% of schools damaged, many converted into shelters for displaced families.
- Electricity sector: $450 million in losses.
- Other sectors (commerce, industry, water, sanitation, transport): Additional billions in damages.
What is Egypt Comprehensive Reconstruction Plan ?
In the closing statement of the Arab Summit in Cairo, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi announced that the summit had adopted Egypt’s plan to rebuild Gaza.
Mentioning that the Egyptian reconstruction plan is designed to restore infrastructure, economy, and society in Gaza.
While ensuring that Palestinians remain on their land.
Egypt plan includes:
- A thorough assessment of the war’s impact on Gaza’s population, infrastructure, and essential services.
- Immediate relief efforts, followed by long-term reconstruction led by Palestinian authorities.
- Investment projects implemented by the Palestinian Authority (PA) in partnership with willing international stakeholders.
- A two-phase process:
- Early recovery phase (6 months) focused on humanitarian aid and basic service restoration.
- Full reconstruction phase (5 years) aiming to revive Gaza’s economy and rebuild key infrastructure.
President el-Sisi stressed that Egypt, alongside Palestinian leaders, had formed an administrative committee of independent Palestinian technocrats to oversee Gaza’s affairs, while also training Palestinian security forces to maintain stability.
Arab and Islamic Leaders Supported Egypt Plan at the Arab Summit in Cairo
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty confirmed that he would seek the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) endorsement of the reconstruction plan at an emergency ministerial meeting in Jeddah on March 7.
Abdel Aty emphasized that the meeting would be a key opportunity to secure Arab and Islamic support for Gaza’s reconstruction, aiming to establish the plan as a joint Arab-Islamic initiative.
At the end of the emergency summit, Arab leaders called for Palestinian unity under the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO).
They also welcomed the formation of Gaza administration committee under the Palestinian government, composed of local experts for a transitional period.
In the same context, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas reiterated that the Palestinian Authority (PA) is ready to take over Gaza’s governance, including unified security forces.
He also expressed readiness for general elections in 2026, provided the right conditions are met in Gaza, the West Bank, and East Jerusalem.
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International Support & UN Endorsement
UN Secretary-General António Guterres stressed that Gaza’s suffering would worsen without decisive global intervention.
Moreover, he welcomed the ceasefire efforts and the release of detainees and urged continued negotiations to secure the release of all Palestinian prisoners.
Guterres emphasized that Gaza must remain part of a future Palestinian state, without population displacement or cuts to humanitarian aid.
For the First Time … Ahmed Al Sharaa Attends the Arab Summit in Cairo
Jordan’s King Abdullah II rejected any attempts to forcibly relocate Palestinians or annex West Bank and Gaza territories.
He called for greater Arab coordination to counter threats to the Palestinian cause.
While Syrian transitional leader Ahmad Al-Sharaa emphasized Syria’s commitment to regional stability.
Al Sharaa warned that Palestinian displacement would set a dangerous precedent for the entire Arab world.
Conclusion:
The Arab Summit in Cairo highlighted strong regional opposition to forced displacement.
While backing Egypt’s reconstruction plan as a viable alternative to U.S.-led proposals.
With Arab and Islamic coordination, the initiative seeks to restore Gaza while ensuring Palestinians remain in their homeland, reinforcing Arab unity and international support.
