Egypt’s Sisi refuses a White House visit over Gaza displacement talks. U.S. aid to Egypt and Jordan is at risk as Trump pressures Arab leaders to accept refugees
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi has reportedly declined an invitation to the White House, refusing to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump if discussions include the forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza. Two high-ranking Egyptian security sources confirmed the decision, emphasizing Egypt’s opposition to any plan that threatens Palestinian sovereignty.
Trump has allegedly pressured Egypt and Jordan to accept Palestinian refugees and threatened to withdraw U.S. aid if they refuse. The United States has long history of providing more than
$2.8 billion annual military and economic aid to both Egypt and Jordan, viewing them as key allies in the Middle East. This aid is aimed at promoting regional stability, counterterrorism efforts, and strategic cooperation. However, Cairo remains steadfast in its rejection of such demands. While Egypt previously acknowledged that Trump extended an open invitation to Sisi. The Egyptian presidency and foreign ministry have not yet commented on the matter.
In a related development, Jordan’s King Abdullah II appeared visibly uneasy during a meeting with Trump in Washington, where the Gaza displacement plan was reportedly discussed.
Egypt’s Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty visited Washington this week, with sources indicating that one of his primary objectives was to prevent an awkward diplomatic standoff. According to these sources, Abdelatty was informed during his meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that if Sisi were to visit, the displacement plan would be on the agenda.
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Gaza Reconstruction: A Key Diplomatic Issue
The future of Gaza’s reconstruction has become a major diplomatic battleground, with conflicting visions for the region’s recovery. As President Trump pushes for radical measures, including the relocation of Palestinians, regional leaders are proposing alternative strategies aimed at preserving Palestinian rights while ensuring stability.
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Egypt’s Alternative Plan for Gaza
Egypt has unveiled a comprehensive vision for Gaza’s reconstruction, emphasizing that Palestinians must remain on their land. The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed Cairo’s willingness to work with the Trump administration to achieve a fair resolution to the Palestinian issue while rejecting any forced displacement.
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi reiterated this position during a phone call with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. He emphasized the urgent need to begin Gaza’s reconstruction without forcing Palestinians to relocate and stressed that the establishment of a Palestinian state remains the only viable path to lasting peace.
Arab Leaders Push Back Against U.S. Proposal
Trump’s vision for Gaza includes U.S. oversight of its reconstruction and the potential relocation of Palestinians to Egypt or Jordan. While the American president has framed this proposal as a plan for economic prosperity, it has been met with widespread condemnation from Arab leaders. With tensions mounting, Egypt’s alternative plan could serve as a counterbalance to U.S. ambitions, potentially shaping the next phase of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Will Arab Nations Unite Against Trump’s Plan?
It remains uncertain whether all Arab nations will take a unified stand against Trump’s proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza. However, analysts note that a collective rejection of the U.S. plan could prompt an unpredictable response from Trump.
With diplomatic negotiations intensifying, the world watches to see how Egypt, Jordan, and other Arab states will navigate this crisis while ensuring Palestinian rights remain protected.
