European Nations Endorse Arab-Led Plan for Gaza Reconstruction
Germany, France, the UK, and Italy praise the initiative as a realistic solution to rebuild Gaza and improve living conditions after 15 months of conflict.
- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation formally adopted the Arab-led plan for Gaza's reconstruction, developed with Egypt's involvement.
- The plan aims to rebuild Gaza without displacing its 2.4 million residents and excludes Hamas from governance, proposing a return of the Palestinian Authority.
- European nations view the plan as a significant step toward addressing Gaza's humanitarian crisis and ensuring regional stability.
- Israel rejected the plan, and the United States criticized it, reflecting differing geopolitical stances on the initiative.
- The European ministers pledged to collaborate with Arab states, Palestinians, and Israel to address broader issues such as governance and security.