Egypt has drafted a proposal for Gaza’s future that seeks to replace Hamas with an interim governance body controlled by Arab, Muslim, and Western states, according to a document seen by Reuters. The plan, set to be presented at an Arab League summit, counters former U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial vision for Gaza, which had sparked widespread anger in the region.
The Egyptian plan envisions a Governance Assistance Mission overseeing humanitarian aid and reconstruction, sidelining Hamas without specifying how to disarm the group. A proposed International Stabilization Force, composed mainly of Arab states, would take over security, eventually transitioning to a new local police force. The governance and security efforts would be managed by a steering board including key Arab countries, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the U.S., Britain, and the EU.
The proposal does not clarify funding sources for Gaza’s reconstruction, estimated at over $53 billion, though Gulf states may be expected to contribute. The Palestinian Authority (PA) is not assigned a central role, though some officials insist that Gaza must remain under Palestinian governance.
Hamas has rejected any externally imposed administration, while Egypt and its regional partners continue to seek backing for their proposal. The plan’s success hinges on Arab consensus, Israeli approval, and securing financial commitments for rebuilding the devastated enclave.
