U.S.-Backed Board Unveils $2.45 Billion Gaza Reconstruction Blueprint
On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, Trump's Board of Peace unveiled a six-month, $2.45 billion package of 66 projects to begin reconstruction and governance in Gaza.[1]
The plan lists projects for emergency repairs, water and power restoration, and municipal services meant to jump-start daily life while authorities pursue longer-term rebuilding.[1]
The board estimates Gaza's physical damage will require about $35.2 billion in reconstruction in the medium term and $71.4 billion over the next 10 years.[1] An October 10 ceasefire halted the heaviest fighting, but Israeli forces now occupy about 60% of Gaza.[1] Hamas has not disarmed, international peacekeepers and a new government have not deployed, and reconstruction has yet to begin.[1]
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- On Wednesday, September 23, 2026, the Board of Peace proposed a six-month, $2.45 billion package of 66 projects to start Gaza reconstruction and governance.
- The board estimates Gaza’s physical damage will require about $35.2 billion in reconstruction in the medium term and $71.4 billion over the next 10 years.
- The October 10 ceasefire has halted the heaviest fighting, but Israeli forces now occupy around 60% of Gaza, Hamas has not disarmed, international peacekeepers and a new government have not deployed, and reconstruction has yet to begin.
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