Trump's Board of Peace has announced a $2.45 billion plan to begin Gaza's reconstruction, outlining 66 initiatives over six months. The plan focuses on housing, waste removal, and infrastructure, but faces challenges including security, governance, and international cooperation.
The plan, unveiled during a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, includes $71.4 billion needed for full recovery over the next decade. Jared Kushner acknowledged delays, while US envoy Steve Witkoff highlighted progress in hostage release and ceasefire.
The plan faces significant hurdles, including Hamas's refusal to disarm and Israeli military control over 60% of Gaza. Despite the ceasefire, reconstruction remains stalled, with most Palestinians still in tent camps. The Board of Peace calls for international support and a timeline for deploying a peacekeeping force and new government.
The Board of Peace's high representative, Nikolay Mladenov, emphasizes the need for Hamas to disarm and for Israel to scale back operations. The plan's success depends on resolving these issues and securing additional funding and international cooperation.