Egypt, Jordan stress need for Gaza immediate reconstruction
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Egypt's President meets with Jordan's Crown Prince to discuss the crisis in Gaza as the Israeli occupation and the United States plan to ethnically cleanse it.
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A Palestinian family cooks on fire next to their tent, in an area largely destroyed by the Israeli army's air and ground offensive in Jabaliya, Gaza Strip, on Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 (AP)
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and Jordanian Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah II reaffirmed the urgent need to begin the reconstruction of Gaza while ensuring that Palestinians remain in their lands, during their meeting on Sunday.
The Jordanian Crown Prince emphasized his country's support for Egypt’s efforts in formulating a comprehensive plan for Gaza’s reconstruction. He also highlighted Jordan’s backing of the emergency Arab summit, scheduled to be hosted by Egypt on February 27, stressing the importance of achieving a unified Arab stance on the Palestinian cause.
Egyptian presidential spokesperson Mohamed El-Shennawy stated that the talks covered developments in the occupied Palestinian territories, including Egypt’s efforts to solidify a ceasefire in Gaza, facilitate prisoner exchanges, and ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid. The discussions also extended to the situation in Syria.
Both leaders underscored the necessity of maintaining the ceasefire in Gaza and increasing humanitarian assistance to the enclave. They also warned of the dangers of escalating tensions in the West Bank and condemned attacks on Islamic and Christian holy sites in occupied al-Quds.
Regarding Syria, el-Sisi and Prince Hussein reiterated their commitment to Syria’s unity, stability, and territorial integrity, affirming continued coordination between Egypt and Jordan on the matter.
Mounting US pressure to accept deal
The US is pressuring Cairo to embrace President Donald Trump’s scheme for Gaza’s post-war future, including the forced displacement of Palestinians to Egypt, according to Al-Araby Al-Jadeed, as reported by the Times of Israel.
Quoting Egyptian sources in Washington, the London-based outlet claims that the Pentagon has cautioned Egyptian military officials about potential restrictions on military aid if Cairo refuses to comply with Trump’s plan.
Specifically, the sources indicate that essential supplies for routine maintenance and spare weapons parts could be at risk.
Egypt, on the other hand, has launched an intensive diplomatic push to rally support for an Arab-led initiative to rebuild the Gaza Strip, prioritizing practical solutions over political concerns to counter a widely unpopular plan from US President Donald Trump.
