Egypt’s Proposal for Interim Governance in Gaza Aims to Replace Hamas
An Egyptian plan aims to replace Hamas in Gaza with interim governance bodies supported by Arab and Western nations. The proposal emphasizes humanitarian aid and reconstruction while excluding Hamas from power. Funding for the initiative is anticipated to come from Gulf states, but Hamas has rejected any external influence.
An Egyptian initiative seeks to reform governance in Gaza, offering a replacement for the Hamas organization through interim governing structures supported by Arab, Muslim, and Western nations. The plan, outlined in a draft reviewed by Reuters, is set to be presented at an upcoming Arab League summit in Cairo. It emphasizes the establishment of an International Governance Assistance Mission aimed at humanitarian and reconstruction efforts in the region.
The initial section of the proposal clearly states that international funding for Gaza’s recovery will not be accessible as long as Hamas remains in control. Instead, it recommends the formation of an International Stabilization Force led by Arab states, with financial support drawn from donor conferences and active Palestinian participation in reconstruction efforts. Critically, Hamas is excluded from this plan, and the Palestinian Authority is not granted a significant role.
Oversight of the proposed plan would be managed by a steering committee composed of Arab nations, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the United States, and the European Union. Notably, this initiative diverges from the vision put forth by U.S. President Donald Trump, which suggested relocating Gaza’s residents as part of reconstruction efforts toward establishing a global economic hub.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu commended Trump’s Gaza vision as “visionary and innovative,” expressing gratitude to the President for his support during recent conflicts. In response to inquiries about Egypt’s proposal, White House National Security Council spokesperson Brian Hughes articulated that President Trump remains committed to his post-war vision for Gaza while being open to collaboration with Arab nations.
According to United Nations estimates, Gaza’s recovery will necessitate over $53 billion, with the Egyptian proposal not detailing specific sources of funding. However, it anticipates that Gulf and Arab states will need to contribute at least $20 billion initially, although no financial commitments have been articulated within the plan. Senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri responded, dismissing the proposal and emphasizing that the future governance of Gaza must remain under Palestinian determination.
Egypt’s proposed governance plan for Gaza aims to replace Hamas with interim structures facilitated by international cooperation while emphasizing humanitarian aid and reconstruction. The exclusion of Hamas from governance roles indicates a shift towards a different approach than that suggested by the United States. The proposal is positioned as a necessary step towards funding and stabilizing Gaza, while Hamas’s rejection highlights ongoing resistance to external influence in Palestinian affairs.
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