The OIC backed the Egyptian plan to reconstruct Gaza, rejecting Trump’s controversial takeover proposal during a recent emergency meeting. The initiative aims for Palestinian governance over Gaza, with a call for international support and funding. Trump’s plan faced widespread criticism and was rejected by Israel, while the OIC also reinstated Syria’s membership in a significant regional shift.
On Friday, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) endorsed an Arab League proposal that opposes U.S. President Donald Trump’s plan regarding Gaza. This decision came during an emergency meeting convened in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, just three days after the Arab League unanimously approved an alternative Egyptian-led proposal aimed at reconstructing Gaza under the Palestinian Authority’s future governance.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty confirmed that the OIC’s endorsement transforms this plan into a joint Arab-Islamic initiative, further expressing this sentiment through comments to Arab News. Trump had previously faced widespread criticism for his proposal to take over Gaza, which included relocating its Palestinian residents to Egypt and Jordan.
In light of ongoing developments in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, particularly concerning forced displacements, Cameroonian Foreign Minister Lejeune Mbella emphasized the necessity for a comprehensive approach to resolve the issue during his statements at the meeting. The Arab leaders proposed the establishment of a trust fund to aid Gaza’s reconstruction and encouraged international support.
Abdelatty noted that the next phase involves seeking international backing for the plan from bodies such as the European Union, Japan, Russia, and China, with ongoing discussions including the United States. However, reactions in the U.S. have been mixed, with Israel immediately rejecting the counter-proposal. State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce indicated that the plan did not align with Washington’s expectations, while Trump’s envoy characterized it as a positive gesture from Egypt.
Despite the criticism from Arab nations, Trump maintains that he is not imposing his plan for Gaza, but rather suggesting it, as he stated, “I’m just going to sit back and recommend it.” Meanwhile, the OIC also reinstated Syria’s membership, a decision welcomed by its foreign ministry as a crucial step for the country’s reintegration into regional dynamics.
The OIC’s endorsement of the Egyptian plan demonstrates a unified Arab stance against Trump’s controversial proposal for Gaza. The initiative aims to reconstruct Gaza under Palestinian Authority governance and seeks international support for its implementation. Mixed reactions from the U.S., alongside Trump’s insistence on suggestion rather than imposition, highlight the complexity of the situation. Additionally, Syria’s reinstatement within the OIC signifies a shift in regional relations.
Original Source: egyptianstreets.com
