Algeria and Tunisia have declined to attend the Arab summit in Cairo aimed at formulating a Gaza reconstruction plan, citing concerns over an exclusionary process controlled by a few dominant Arab states. Both countries are expressing discontent with the handling of the Palestinian issue and have chosen to send foreign ministers instead. This absence highlights ongoing tensions within the Arab League regarding Palestine’s future amidst various geopolitical pressures.
Algeria and Tunisia have opted not to attend a significant Arab summit in Cairo, intended to establish a reconstruction plan for Gaza post-conflict. Their absence is based on concerns regarding solutions perceived as being imposed by a select few regional leaders. The summit aims to unify support for Palestinians amidst proposals from Washington and Tel Aviv that have drawn criticism for potentially resulting in the ethnic cleansing of Palestinians from Gaza.
Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune, a staunch advocate for Palestinian rights, decided to forgo the summit, delegating his foreign minister instead. An anonymous source cited by the Algerian state news agency indicated that Tebboune’s absence signifies a protest against an exclusionary decision-making process, particularly disappointed by Algeria’s marginalization in discussions despite its integral role in the UN ceasefire resolution.
Following Algeria’s lead, Tunisian President Kais Saied also refrained from attending, dispatching his foreign minister to represent Tunisia. Analysts suggest that this move aligns Tunisia’s foreign policy more closely with Algeria’s stance, reflecting mutual concerns regarding the handling of the Palestinian issue and regional diplomacy.
Their absence raises critical questions for the Arab League, which has struggled to present a united front on Palestine. Despite shifting dynamics, such as Saudi Arabia distancing itself from U.S.-backed initiatives, it continues to be involved in broader regional strategies. Egypt, conversely, is taking a leading role in mediation, pursuing a reconstruction plan for Gaza that could significantly influence the area’s governance.
Reports indicate that Egypt’s proposal for Gaza governance envisions replacing Hamas with an interim body overseen by a coalition of Arab and Western entities. This plan, described as the Governance Assistance Mission, would manage humanitarian efforts and reconstruction for an undefined period, amid ongoing military pressure from Israel, which has reinstated a blockade on Gaza during Ramadan.
Algeria and Tunisia’s absence from the Arab summit underscores significant tensions within the Arab League regarding the governance and reconstruction of Gaza. These leaders’ decisions reflect broader frustrations with the perceived exclusionary behaviors of influential Arab nations. As discussions continue, Egypt’s role in spearheading reconstruction efforts could play a pivotal role in shaping Gaza’s future amidst the complexities of the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Original Source: news.az
