Arab foreign ministers are planning to travel to Washington within weeks to present a detailed proposal to US President Donald Trump for rebuilding Gaza without displacing its Palestinian population, according to Jordanian official sources.
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Trump’s Controversial Proposal Sparks Outrage
Earlier this month, President Trump suggested expelling 2.1 million Palestinians from Gaza and turning the region into a “riviera” under US ownership. This proposal sparked outrage across the Middle East and was swiftly rejected by regional leaders.
Arab Summit in Cairo and Washington Visit
Arab leaders will gather in Cairo on March 4 for a summit to issue a "road map" for Gaza and the broader conflict. Following this, top Arab diplomats are expected to travel to Washington to present a counterproposal to the Trump administration. Sources emphasize the importance of making sure the plan is “solid” before submission.
Key Aspects of the Arab Counterproposal
The Arab plan for Gaza would focus on rebuilding the region while preserving its population, addressing governance after the war, reforming the Palestinian Authority, and potentially deploying peacekeeping forces. The specific makeup of any peacekeeping force remains unclear.
Jordan and Egypt Reject Palestinian Displacement
Jordan and Egypt have firmly rejected Trump's suggestion of relocating Palestinians. Both countries view such proposals as threats to their national security.
Jordan has consistently warned against attempts to displace Palestinians, with officials describing any such move as a “red line” and even a “declaration of war.”
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Gaza’s Reconstruction: Egypt’s Vision and Challenges Ahead
Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly stated that his country could rebuild Gaza in three years to a state “better than before,” though no specifics were provided.
However, international assessments from the World Bank, the EU, and the UN estimate that rebuilding Gaza would take at least 10 years and cost over $50 billion.
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