President Trump is standing firm on his plan for Gaza, even with ongoing discussions in the region.

National Security Council spokesperson Brian Hughes told Digital that the Egyptian proposal for rebuilding Gaza doesn’t align with the harsh realities on the ground.

“The current proposal fails to recognize that Gaza is currently uninhabitable, with residents unable to live humanely amidst debris and unexploded ordnance. President Trump remains committed to his vision of rebuilding Gaza without Hamas. We anticipate further discussions to bring peace and prosperity to the region,” Hughes stated.

The Times of Israel, citing a Reuters report, indicated that high-level talks took place Wednesday evening involving U.S., Egyptian, Qatari, and Hamas representatives. The report also noted that U.S. and Egyptian officials discussed future governance plans for Gaza.

The Israeli Foreign Ministry also expressed serious concerns regarding the Egyptian proposal, which was endorsed at a recent Arab summit in Cairo. Israel criticized the plan for ignoring the violence of Oct. 7, 2023, and Hamas’ continued presence in Gaza.

“The statement from the Emergency Summit doesn’t address the realities following October 7th and remains stuck in outdated perspectives,” the Israeli government stated. “Notably, the violence which led to thousands of Israeli deaths and kidnappings, is not mentioned, nor is there any condemnation of this murderous terrorist entity.” Israel also highlighted the Arab League’s unwillingness to confront Hamas, emphasizing the group’s destabilizing influence and its obstruction of peace efforts.

THE HISTORY OF GAZA AMID TRUMP’S PLAN TO REBUILD ENCLAVE

Hamas, however, voiced support for the plan, with spokespersons welcoming the initiative and urging the allocation of resources to ensure its success. This support highlights the difficulties of any reconstruction effort in Gaza, where Hamas’ involvement poses a significant threat to both the Gazan population and the wider region.

Egypt’s 112-page reconstruction plan aims to rebuild Gaza in phases by 2030, at an estimated cost of $53 billion. The plan involves clearing debris and recycling rubble, some of which would be used to expand Gaza’s coastline. It also includes the construction of hundreds of thousands of homes, an airport, a commercial port, and recreational parks.

While Egyptian officials have emphasized the need for a technocratic administration to govern Gaza until a reformed Palestinian Authority can take over, the plan relies on substantial financial support from Gulf Arab states, which are essential for the reconstruction’s success.

Before Trump suggested resettling Gazans outside the enclave, Egypt and other Arab nations showed little interest in Gaza’s reconstruction. However, since Egypt has ruled out accepting displaced Palestinians for “national security” reasons, it now feels obligated to develop an alternative plan. Egyptian President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi said the proposal would enable the reconstruction of Gaza while ensuring Palestinians can “stay on their land without displacement.”

Despite these developments, the White House and Israel maintain that a broader solution, which removes Hamas from power, is crucial for achieving lasting peace and stability in the region.

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