The Cairo Arab summit adopted Egypt’s plan for Gaza’s reconstruction, emphasizing no displacement of Palestinians. It condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza and called for peacekeeping forces. The plan includes various phases aimed at stability and unity of Palestinian territories amid ongoing humanitarian crises following significant casualties since October 2023.
An emergency Arab summit held in Cairo adopted Egypt’s comprehensive reconstruction plan for the Gaza Strip. The final statement emphasized coordination with the State of Palestine and other Arab nations, relying on assessments from the World Bank and the U.N. Development Fund. Notably, the summit firmly rejected any forced displacement of Palestinians, stating it would not be tolerated under any circumstances.
The summit underscored an Arab legal committee’s role in exploring the classification of Palestinian displacement as a genocide crime. It also condemned Israel’s recent decision to halt humanitarian aid entry into Gaza and close critical relief crossings, labeling these actions as violations of the ceasefire and international law. Furthermore, the Arab League condemned Israel’s siege tactics aimed at civilians.
In addition to addressing Gaza, the summit denounced Israeli aggression towards Syria and demanded international action for Israel’s withdrawal from Syrian territories. The statement also called for unimpeded access for Palestinian worshippers to Al-Aqsa Mosque, rejecting any displacement attempts in the West Bank.
The summit urged the U.N. Security Council to deploy peacekeeping forces in both the West Bank and Gaza, seeking to foster political stability for establishing a Palestinian state. Emphasizing urgent implementation of the ceasefire agreement, the statement warned that attempts to displace Palestinians could escalate regional conflicts and destabilize the situation further.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit highlighted that Egypt’s reconstruction plan was a direct response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal, which was widely rejected by the Arab world as an ethnic cleansing strategy. The collective Arab stance was reaffirmed during the summit, fully backing Egypt’s plans while seeking international support for them.
Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammad Mustafa reiterated the essential unity of Gaza and the West Bank, advocating for a framework governing the reconstruction process, which will be overseen by a technical body independent of political affiliations. The reconstruction is structured into phases over 2.5 years, starting with an initial six-month period, with a clear rejection of Palestinian displacement.
In the wake of significant losses due to the ongoing conflict, reported casualties in Gaza stand at over 48,400, primarily affecting women and children. Israel’s recent cessation of humanitarian aid and refusal to negotiate on ceasefire terms has further exacerbated the crisis. The International Criminal Court has issued warrants against Israeli leaders for war crimes amid ongoing genocide allegations.
The Arab summit in Cairo solidified support for Egypt’s reconstruction strategy for Gaza while firmly opposing any displacement of Palestinians. The collective response emphasizes international collaboration to address the humanitarian crisis, alongside condemnation of Israeli aggression and a call for peacekeeping forces. Through structured reconstruction phases, the summit aims to reinstate stability in Gaza while affirming the unity of Palestinian territories.
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