Egypt has finalized a reconstruction plan for Gaza, set for review at an emergency Arab summit. Upon approval, Egypt will work with involved parties for reconstruction and continue Gaza ceasefire negotiations. The Foreign Minister condemned Israel’s halt of humanitarian aid, deeming it inhumane and pushing for peace efforts.
On Sunday, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdel Aty announced that a reconstruction plan for Gaza has been finalized. This plan will be presented for approval at an emergency Arab summit scheduled for Tuesday. Abdel Aty emphasized that the plan will not be disclosed to any foreign entities until it receives the summit’s approval.
Once the plan is approved, Egypt will collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure the timely reconstruction of Gaza. The Foreign Minister reaffirmed Egypt’s commitment to lead recovery efforts in the region and facilitate the next phase of ceasefire negotiations. “We are intensifying our efforts to bring about a lasting peace,” he stated.
Abdel Aty criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s decision to suspend humanitarian aid deliveries to Gaza, labeling it “unacceptable and impermissible.” He condemned the use of aid as a tool for collective punishment and starvation, describing it as inhumane. The first phase of the ceasefire agreement concluded on Saturday, with Israel seeking to extend the ceasefire as Hamas advocates for a second phase to end the war.
The completion of Egypt’s reconstruction plan for Gaza marks a significant step towards recovery after ongoing conflicts. The plan’s presentation at the upcoming Arab summit highlights Egypt’s leadership role in the reconstruction and peace process. Criticism of Israel’s halting of aid deliveries underscores the urgent humanitarian needs of Gaza’s population and the complexities surrounding the ceasefire negotiations.
Original Source: shafaq.com
