Egypt has proposed a plan to replace Hamas in Gaza with interim governance bodies managed by an international coalition, focusing on humanitarian and reconstruction efforts. The plan urges a halt to funding for Gaza while Hamas is in control and proposes an International Stabilization Force. Hamas officials have dismissed the proposal, calling for Palestinian determination in Gaza’s future.
Egypt has put forth a plan for Gaza that seeks to establish interim governing structures in place of Hamas, marking a significant shift from U.S. President Donald Trump’s vision for the region. This proposal, which will be discussed at the upcoming Arab League summit in Cairo, aims to facilitate humanitarian aid and reconstruction by replacing Hamas with a Governance Assistance Mission that includes input from Arab, Muslim, and Western countries.
The draft emphasizes that substantial international funding for Gaza cannot be expected while Hamas retains its governance role. It suggests the establishment of an International Stabilization Force led by Arab countries, with the funding requirements reaching at least $20 billion from Gulf and Arab nations, though specific financial commitments are yet to be detailed.
In this plan, Hamas is explicitly excluded, and the Palestinian Authority is not positioned as a central participant. Instead, governance would be overseen by a steering committee composed of Arab states, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the United States, and the European Union, which would manage the mission’s implementation.
Notably, the Egyptian proposal also rejects the idea of relocating Gaza’s residents to transform the enclave into a global economic hub—a concept endorsed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Trump. White House spokesman Brian Hughes acknowledged the administration’s commitment to its vision but is open to contributions from Arab allies.
In response, senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri stated that the group is not aware of any such Egyptian initiative and criticized any external intervention, asserting that the future of Gaza must remain a matter for the Palestinian people to decide themselves.
The Egyptian plan for Gaza seeks to replace Hamas governance with an international coalition to enhance stability and support reconstruction efforts. It emphasizes the necessity of including only specific Arab and Muslim states along with Western partners, rejecting external dominance or influence over Palestinian governance. This proposal aligns with ongoing discussions among regional stakeholders, albeit facing resistance from Hamas, which insists on Palestinian autonomy in shaping Gaza’s future.
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