Egypt’s Foreign Minister emphasized the need for immediate reconstruction in Gaza while ensuring Palestinians stay on their land during discussions with France. He rejected U.S.-Israeli initiatives for displacement and advocated for an independent Palestinian state. Concurrently, Egypt and Qatar are working to maintain the ceasefire despite tensions from Hamas and Israeli leadership.
On February 13, 2025, Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized the immediate need for recovery and reconstruction efforts in Gaza during a meeting with French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot in Paris. He reiterated Egypt’s dedication to solidifying the ceasefire agreement to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery while ensuring that Palestinians remain on their land.
Abdelatty further advocated for the establishment of an independent Palestinian state, supporting the two-state solution as key to achieving lasting peace in the region. He firmly rejected any U.S.-Israeli initiatives that propose displacing Palestinians from Gaza, particularly in light of U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to relocate residents to Egypt and Jordan.
Both Egypt and Jordan have categorically opposed the forced displacement of Palestinians, stressing that reconstruction efforts in Gaza should involve the residents remaining on their soil. Egypt is preparing to present a comprehensive plan for Gaza’s reconstruction, affirming the necessity of respecting the rights of the Palestinian people.
In collaboration with Qatar, Egypt is actively working to restore the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas after Hamas announced a delay in the release of captives due to alleged Israeli violations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has threatened to escalate military actions in Gaza unless the captives are freed, while Trump has demanded their release before impending consequences.
Hamas has expressed its commitment to adhering to the ceasefire agreement and releasing captives according to the established schedule. An official source confirmed that Egypt and Qatar have successfully addressed obstacles affecting the continuation of the ceasefire, thus reinforcing the collaborative efforts toward peace.
In conclusion, Egypt has reaffirmed its commitment to facilitating Gaza’s reconstruction while ensuring that Palestinians remain on their territory. Foreign Minister Abdelatty’s statements underscore the urgency of humanitarian efforts amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. The collaboration between Egypt, Qatar, and France aims to stabilize the ceasefire situation, showing a unified front against forced displacement and advocating for a two-state solution.
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