UN: $53 Billion Needed for Gaza Reconstruction

A United Nations report has estimated that reconstructing Gaza will require over $53 billion. 

In a related development, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock called on Israel and the United States to continue advancing the phases of the Gaza agreement, expressing her opposition to any displacement of Palestinians.

Baerbock stated on the social media platform X, "The Israeli government and the United States must also do everything in their power to ensure we move to the second phase and towards a real peace prospect."

She emphasized that the civilian population in Gaza has endured extreme hardships, with food, medicine, and reconstruction being of utmost importance now. This also necessitates a ceasefire, reinforcing that "international law is clear that there should be no expulsions from Gaza."

Additionally, Baerbock noted the success of the Gaza agreement in already having facilitated the return of over 20 women and men from Hamas captivity to their families, which brought immense relief. However, concerns persist for those still remaining, including about German hostages.