Israeli President Isaac Herzog stated that U.S. President Trump aims to meet with Egyptian President el-Sisi and potentially Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman as part of discussions surrounding a controversial Gaza redevelopment proposal. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia and other leaders have rejected this plan.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog announced on Sunday that United States President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi and may also confer with Saudi Arabian Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman; however, specific dates for these discussions remain undisclosed. In an interview with Fox News’ Maria Bartiromo, Herzog responded to inquiries regarding Trump’s recent proposal concerning the redevelopment of the Gaza Strip.
While President Herzog did not provide details on the timing or location of these meetings, he highlighted that President Trump is anticipated to meet with King Abdullah of Jordan shortly. Herzog emphasized the importance of engaging with key Arab leaders, stating, “These are partners that must be listened to, they must be discussed with. We have to honor their feels as well and see how we build a plan that is sustainable for the future.”
Saudi Arabia has explicitly rejected President Trump’s Gaza plan, aligning with the sentiments of various world leaders. Furthermore, Jordan’s King Abdullah intends to convey his disapproval during their upcoming meeting on February 11 in Washington, describing the proposal as a catalyst for radicalism that could destabilize the region and jeopardize Jordan’s peace agreement with Israel.
The White House has not issued any immediate comments regarding these developments. Additionally, efforts to reach officials in Cairo and Riyadh for statements were unsuccessful at this time.
In summary, President Trump is expected to engage with leaders from Egypt and possibly Saudi Arabia, amidst significant criticism of his Gaza proposal from these nations. With Jordan’s King Abdullah poised to challenge the legitimacy of this plan, the discussions could have far-reaching implications for Middle Eastern stability and diplomatic relations. Herzog’s remarks underscore the necessity for inclusive dialogue in fostering sustainable solutions in the region.
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