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Egypt is cooking up quite the multi-billion-dollar scheme to rebuild Gaza, and it looks like it’s time to pull out the old checkbook—presumably from American taxpayers. To be precise, Egypt has slapped together a $53 billion plan that they expect others to fund, while shoving the responsibility back onto the United States. The plot thickens especially in light of President Trump’s audacious plan for Gaza, which proposed relocating a significant number of Palestinians and turning the bombed-out strip into a shimmering paradise of resorts.
Under Trump’s vision, the Gaza Strip would essentially be handed over to the U.S. by Israel, once the dust had settled. The intention was clear: encourage the wealthier Arab nations to step up and take action. The plan promised Palestinians safer and prettier homes in more welcoming areas, perhaps sparking envy in the likes of Dubai. Unfortunately for Egypt, their hospitality history with Palestinian groups leaves much to be desired. Past experience has shown that Palestinian refugees can turn a host nation into a refugee camp of its own, as Lebanon and Jordan will attest.
Faced with Trump’s bold proposal, Egyptian leaders quickly scrambled to draw up a counter-plan, detailing how they intend to squander a hefty sum of money—$53 billion, to be exact—on Gaza’s reconstruction. The initial phase would dally over six months, costing $3 billion just to clear mines, rubble, and provide shoddy temporary shelters for the folks they don’t seem overly eager to adopt. The extended plan promises to establish infrastructure and housing for 1.6 million people—assuming the cash flows in like the Nile, which is far from guaranteed.
Now, here’s the kicker: Egypt might be envisioning an economic miracle, but there’s one little thorn they need to address: funding. A vibrant conference of international donors is in the works to scrounge up the billions needed, but history has shown that the American public might be the ones again digging deep into their pockets. Given that many countries still haven’t fully embraced the idea of subsidizing Gaza’s reconstruction, skepticism looms, more than a cloud over the Sphinx.
@VodkaPundit
Let's add "No mosques" to the plan. In that part of the world, they're breeding grounds for terrorists and logistics hubs.Egypt Wants to Curb-Stomp Trump's Gaza Plan, but Who Pays for Theirs? https://t.co/52IKmhfhcy
— The Sarcasticat (@TheSarcasticist) March 4, 2025
Before America even considers opening the purse strings, it’s essential to set some ground rules. First and foremost, security must be ensured by the Israelis. If the plan is going to stand on even shaky ground, it can’t be underwritten by the very groups that have repeatedly shown their disdain for peace. Moreover, the dubious United Nations Relief and Works Agency, often seen as a puppet for Hamas, should be entirely defunded. It hardly makes sense to finance a body that has contributed to the chaos.
In summary, while the concept of revamping Gaza sounds enticing, the reality is that it’s another lavish proposal resting on America’s unwillingness to learn its lessons. The stakes are high, and it’s abundantly clear that accepting insecurity and unaccountability is a surefire way to repeat historical failures. Egypt might want to think twice before asking the U.S. to fund their grand vision for Gaza because without tough restrictions, it simply turns into a recipe for disaster.
