GAZA | Post-War Reconstruction?

Can Gaza be rebuilt? Israel's war against Hamas has led to catastrophic losses and extensive damage. The conflict, marked by a huge aerial bombing campaign and a ground invasion by Israeli forces, has resulted in the deaths of approximately 35,000 people, injuries to nearly 80,000, and forced over a million people to flee. The estimated infrastructure damage is around $18.5 billion, severely affecting housing, healthcare, education, and commercial sectors. But just how can Gaza be reconstructed?

Reconstruction will require a multifaceted approach involving immediate humanitarian aid and long-term rebuilding and development. This includes stabilising the territory and establishing a new administration, possibly under international guidance from bodies like the United Nations or a coalition, including the European Union and the Arab League. Security measures will also be paramount. This will require a new police force, overseen by a policing mission and a peacekeeping mission, to maintain order and ensure security on the border with Israel. Additionally, extensive financial aid will be needed for reconstruction. One way to do this is through a donor conference involving major global and regional actors. These efforts must aim to rebuild physical structures and foster economic development, social cohesion, and, ultimately, sustainable peace in the region.

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*VIDEO CHAPTERS*
00:00 Introduction and Titles
00:45 Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Gaza
02:07 Israel vs Hamas: The Destruction of Gaza
03:48 Reconstructing Gaza: Stabilisation and Administration
05:50 Managing Security in Gaza: Policing and Peacekeeping
08:13 How Will Gaza’s Reconstruction be Paid For?
10:02 Preparing for Palestinian Self-Governance
11:42 The Next Steps in Gaza?

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United Nations
http://www.un.org
United Nations Peacekeeping
https://peacekeeping.un.org/en
UN OCHA | Palestine
https://www.ochaopt.org/
United Nations Policehttps://police.un.org/en
World Bank-United Nations Report
https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2024/04/02/joint-world-bank-un-report-assesses-damage-to-gaza-s-infrastructure
World Bank | West Bank and Gaza
https://www.worldbank.org/en/country/westbankandgaza
European Union | Palestine
https://neighbourhood-enlargement.ec.europa.eu/european-neighbourhood-policy/countries-region/palestine_en

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