Egypt will convene an emergency Arab summit on February 27 to address escalating tensions in Gaza amid sharp criticism of former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent proposal to resettle Palestinians and transform the strip into a 'Riviera of the Middle East.' The plan has sparked global condemnation and raised concerns over a fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Cairo’s summit aims to address 'serious developments' impacting Palestinians, according to Egypt’s Foreign Ministry. The move follows Trump’s controversial remarks, which risk derailing ongoing negotiations for a second phase of truce talks to end the 15-month conflict.
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty also began a U.S. visit on Sunday to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss regional issues, signaling Cairo’s balancing act as mediators navigate geopolitical pressures. Regional stakeholders fear Trump’s proposal could destabilize ceasefire progress, with Hamas leaders calling it a 'provocation' against Palestinian rights.
The summit will gather Arab leaders to forge a unified response, highlighting growing anxieties over Gaza’s future. Analysts warn the political ripple effects could reshape alliances in a region already grappling with prolonged conflict and humanitarian challenges.
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