Arab leaders convened in Cairo to oppose President Trump’s suggestion of depopulating Gaza for a beach destination transformation, amidst uncertainty over the Israel-Hamas ceasefire continuation. The summit, hosted by Egyptian President el-Sissi, aims to secure support from heavyweight nations like Saudi Arabia and the UAE for a postwar strategy. Israel has backed a U.S. ceasefire proposal, withholding essential supplies to pressure Hamas into accepting it, sparking concerns of renewed conflict and drawing criticism for violating international law.

Egypt’s postwar blueprint involves relocating Palestinians within Gaza to safe zones with temporary housing, transitioning power to an interim administration until the Palestinian Authority’s reformation. Palestinian President Abbas, present at the summit, opposes Hamas. However, Israel and the U.S. demand Hamas disarmament, a condition the group rejects until a Palestinian state is established.

Trump’s proposal to resettle Gaza’s population in other countries was rejected by various stakeholders, with Jordan and Egypt refusing to accept Palestinian refugees. Jordan offered medical treatment to Gaza’s children, with the first group departing for Jordan, accompanied by family members. The conflict, initiated by Hamas, resulted in significant casualties and widespread displacement, devastating Gaza’s infrastructure and health system.

The war’s toll includes over 48,000 Palestinian deaths, with women and children constituting a significant portion. Israel claims to have killed 17,000 militants but acknowledges civilian casualties. The conflict left Gaza in ruins, displacing a vast majority of its population and straining resources. For more updates on the conflict, visit https://apnews.com/hub/israel-hamas-war.