Trump's Senior Advisor to Al Jazeera: This is Our Condition for the Reconstruction of Gaza
Josh Gruenbaum, senior advisor to Trump, announces that disarming Hamas is a precondition for the reconstruction of Gaza during an interview with Al Jazeera.
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Josh Gruenbaum, senior advisor to President Trump's administration, emphasized that the complete disarmament of the Islamist movement Hamas is a crucial condition for initiating the reconstruction of the Gaza Strip. These remarks follow constructive discussions that the U.S. administration has held with several nations to ensure Hamas's engagement in negotiations, with an acknowledgment from the group regarding the framework established since the signing of the twenty-point plan. Gruenbaum stated that immediate and total disarmament would serve as the foundational step for the reconstruction process.
He highlighted that coordination involves key regional players such as Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey to ensure Hamas's compliance and the seamless transition of aid and reconstruction efforts to the populace of Gaza. The importance of the recent Peace Council meeting in Washington was underscored, which was not merely a fundraising event but an opportunity to reaffirm the commitments of essential partners. Gruenbaum mentioned that pledges exceeding 7 billion dollars have been made to support the twenty-point plan, including the recovery of hostages and the rebuilding of the besieged region.
Regarding an international stabilization force, Gruenbaum detailed that planning phases have been ongoing for several months in collaboration with neighboring countries like Jordan, Egypt, and Israel. This proactive engagement is part of a broader strategy aimed at securing stability in the region and ensuring that the necessary resources for reconstruction reach those affected in Gaza, while also laying the groundwork for long-term peace and recovery in the area.