Muslim World to Unite Against Trump’s Gaza Plan
The Organisation for Islamic Cooperation (OIC) will hold an emergency meeting on Friday to discuss an Arab counter-plan to US President Donald Trump’s proposal to take over war-torn Gaza.
Arab League Endorses Egypt’s Alternative Plan
On Tuesday, the Arab League endorsed Egypt’s proposal to rebuild the Gaza Strip under the future administration of the Palestinian Authority. However, the plan was rejected by both the United States and Israel.
Reactions from the International Community
The proposal "does not meet the expectations" of Washington, according to State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce. In contrast, Trump’s Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff called it a "good-faith first step from the Egyptians".
Egypt Seeks OIC Support
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty said his country would seek OIC support to make the counter-proposal "both an Arab plan and an Islamic plan". Endorsement by the OIC would signify unified opposition to Trump’s proposal, analysts said.
Building a Broad Coalition
"Egypt needs broad support" for its plan, said Rabha Seif Allam of the Al-Ahram Center for Political and Strategic Studies in Cairo. "This is an attempt to build a broad coalition that refuses the displacement" of Palestinians from Gaza.
International Reactions to Trump’s Plan
Trump’s plan has united Arab countries in opposition, with Saudi Arabia also hosting Arab leaders two weeks ago to discuss alternatives. The Jeddah meeting will "further signal the unity within the Islamic world", said Umar Karim, an expert on Saudi foreign policy at the University of Birmingham.
Establishment of a Trust Fund
The Arab League summit also announced the establishment of a trust fund to pay for Gaza’s reconstruction, and urged the international community to back it.
Conclusion
The emergency meeting of the OIC will provide a platform for the Muslim world to unite against Trump’s proposal and demonstrate its commitment to finding a peaceful resolution to the crisis in Gaza.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Arab League’s proposal for Gaza?
A: The Arab League has endorsed Egypt’s proposal to rebuild the Gaza Strip under the future administration of the Palestinian Authority.
Q: How has the international community reacted to Trump’s plan?
A: The US has rejected the plan, while Israel has also expressed opposition. However, some analysts have praised the plan as a "good-faith first step".
Q: What is the purpose of the OIC meeting?
A: The OIC meeting will provide a platform for the Muslim world to unite against Trump’s proposal and demonstrate its commitment to finding a peaceful resolution to the crisis in Gaza.