Egypt will convene an emergency summit of Arab nations on February 27 to discuss the “latest serious developments” in the Palestinian territories, the country’s foreign ministry announced on Sunday, reports UNB.
The summit follows Egypt’s efforts to rally regional opposition against a proposal reportedly linked to former US President Donald Trump, which suggests relocating Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt and Jordan while placing the coastal territory under US control.
According to the statement, the summit was convened after extensive consultations between Egypt and Arab nations, including Palestine, which formally requested the meeting. Coordination efforts also involved Bahrain, the current chair of the Arab League.
On Friday, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty engaged with regional counterparts, including officials from Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, to reinforce opposition to any forced displacement of Palestinians.
Last week, Trump floated the idea of US administration over Gaza, proposing to transform the war-torn region into the “Riviera of the Middle East” after relocating its Palestinian residents to neighboring countries. The suggestion has sparked global condemnation, with Arab nations firmly rejecting the plan and reiterating their commitment to a two-state solution, ensuring an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel.
Bd-Pratidin English/ AM
