Israel Supports UAE’s Plan for Salam Fayyad to Lead Gaza
Israeli officials are supporting a proposal from the United Arab Emirates to appoint former Palestinian Prime Minister Salam Fayyad as the head of a new Palestinian Authority in Gaza. This plan, which is also backed by the United States, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, aims to create a reformed administration that operates independently of Mahmoud Abbas.
Representatives from the US, Israel, and UAE met to discuss Gaza’s post-war governance, focusing on the Emirati proposal. Fayyad, an economist and critic of Abbas, is seen as a suitable leader for this new administration.
The plan also includes the presence of Arab and foreign forces to maintain public order in Gaza, with potential participation from Egypt, Morocco, and Qatar. Israeli officials have welcomed this approach, emphasizing the importance of a moderate Arab coalition.
In a related move, Israel approved the transfer of 250 wounded and sick Gaza residents to the UAE for medical treatment. The Emirates has been actively providing humanitarian aid to Gaza, including building hospitals and supplying food and medical supplies.
At least 1,200 people were killed, and 252 Israelis and foreigners were taken hostage in Hamas’s attacks on October 7. Of the 115 remaining hostages, 39 have been declared dead. Hamas has also been holding two Israeli civilians and the bodies of two soldiers since 2014 and 2015.
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Israel -: Israel is a country in the Middle East, located on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea.
UAE -: UAE stands for the United Arab Emirates, a country in the Middle East made up of seven emirates, including Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
Salam Fayyad -: Salam Fayyad is a Palestinian politician who served as the Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority.
Gaza -: Gaza is a small region on the eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, bordered by Israel and Egypt, and is home to many Palestinians.
Palestinian Authority -: The Palestinian Authority is a governing body that administers parts of the West Bank and Gaza Strip.
Mahmoud Abbas -: Mahmoud Abbas is the President of the Palestinian Authority.
US -: US stands for the United States of America, a country in North America.
Saudi Arabia -: Saudi Arabia is a large country in the Middle East, known for its vast deserts and as the birthplace of Islam.
Arab and foreign forces -: These are military or police forces from Arab countries and other nations that would help keep peace and order in Gaza.
humanitarian efforts -: Humanitarian efforts are actions taken to help people in need, such as providing medical care, food, and shelter.