Do Arab leaders have an alternative to Trump's Gaza plan?
Feb 22, 2025
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Dania Daffer, Executive Director of the Gulf International Forum and a Middle Eastern politics expert, joins Yossi Mekelberg, a Senior Consulting Fellow at Chatham House, to discuss the recent Arab leaders' summit rejecting Trump's controversial Gaza proposal. They delve into the complexities of Gaza's future, the geopolitical dynamics at play, and the implications of a fragile ceasefire. The conversation highlights the need for collaborative efforts among Arab nations to support the Palestinian cause and strategize post-conflict governance.
Arab leaders strongly reject Trump's Gaza plan and seek alternative solutions for the future governance of the strip.
Reconstruction of Gaza necessitates cooperation among Palestinian factions and potential international involvement for effective stability and administration.
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Dania Thafer, Executive Director, Gulf International Forum.
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