Amid the devastation and despair of a war-torn Gaza, President Donald Trump is promoting a powerful and optimistic dream: the complete rebuilding of the territory. As he travels to the Middle East, a central part of his message is that the end of the conflict must mark the beginning of a massive, internationally-backed effort to reconstruct and revitalize Gaza.
“Gaza is going to be rebuilt,” Trump declared with confidence before his departure. His vision is not just to replace what was destroyed but to create a new and more prosperous future for its 2 million residents. This dream of reconstruction is a key pillar of his strategy for creating a lasting peace.
To finance this dream, Trump is looking to the region’s own wealthy nations. He has publicly called on Gulf Arab states to provide the billions of dollars necessary for the task, suggesting it would be a small price for them to pay for regional stability. His summit in Egypt will be a critical venue to turn this expectation into firm financial commitments.
The US plans to support this effort with logistical and security assistance. A new US-led coordination center will help manage the flow of materials and aid, working to overcome the immense practical challenges of rebuilding in a complex post-conflict environment.
For the people of Gaza, who have lost homes, livelihoods, and loved ones, the dream of a rebuilt homeland is a potent source of hope. However, it is a dream that depends entirely on the success of diplomacy. Without a durable peace and a stable political future, the rubble of Gaza cannot be transformed into the foundation of a better tomorrow.