Israel has rejected the Arab plan for the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip, arguing that it does not explicitly require the disarmament of Gaza, fails to address the future of Hamas in the territory and facilitates the Palestinian Authority’s return. More significantly, the plan opposes displacement, while Israel seeks to implement Trump’s vision on this issue. Amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to secure a lasting ceasefire in Gaza, the United States may choose to engage with the Arab plan to promote regional stability in line with its strategic interests. In such a scenario, Israel is expected to push for modifications to certain provisions of the plan. Israel’s potential acceptance of the Arab reconstruction plan will likely depend on strong American and Western pressure, along with assurances that the initiative is limited to resolving the Gaza situation rather than serving as a broader Arab initiative to address the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Emirates Policy Center | Israel and the Arab Plan to Rebuild Gaza: Reasons for Rejection and Beyond
