As President Donald Trump’s ceasefire plan falters, the US-backed Board of Peace is putting up a six-month, $2.45 billion plan to start reconstruction and administration in Gaza. The governors of the organization released a 66-project blueprint during a board meeting on the fringes of the UN General Assembly in New York on Wednesday, noting significant obstacles that still need to be addressed. The massive infrastructure, health, and education projects are part of Trump’s 20-point proposal to put an end to the Israel-Hamas conflict.The board stated, “The need is immense,” adding that it will cost about $35.2 billion over the medium term and an additional $71.4 billion over the next ten years to fully rebuild Gaza after the physical devastation.
The idea primarily targets potential contributors who will be asked to cover the cost of rebuilding the area damaged by the war. In New York, Donald Trump speaks at the 81st United Nations General Assembly. The ceasefire, which went into force on October 10, was intended to pave the way for a more comprehensive effort to rebuild Gaza under the direction of the Board of Peace. Additional Israeli military withdrawals from Gaza, Hamas’ disarming, the introduction of an international peacekeeping force, and the establishment of a new, apolitical Palestinian government to oversee daily operations in the region were all part of the plan. It also envisioned a comprehensive plan to rehabilitate Gaza after the war. However, the US-backed strategy has essentially stagnated. The Israeli force has increased its control over Gaza and currently holds almost 60% of the region, despite the ceasefire ending the most intense combat and improving humanitarian conditions.
Hamas has not surrendered its weaponry. Reconstruction has not started, and neither the new administration nor the international armed force have yet to enter Gaza. The great majority of Palestinians still reside in the ruins of their old homes or in tent camps.
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