US unveils plans for 'New Gaza' with skyscrapers

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete January 22, 2026 at 10:55 PM

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The US has unveiled plans for a "New Gaza" at the World Economic Forum in Davos, aiming to rebuild the devastated territory after the two-year war between Israel and Hamas. The plan, presented by President Trump's Board of Peace, envisions skyscrapers, housing estates, and new infrastructure, including a seaport, airport, and industrial zones. The redevelopment, divided into four phases starting in Rafah, aims to create residential, agricultural, and industrial areas for Gaza's 2.1 million population. The plan also includes a "security perimeter" along the Egyptian and Israeli borders where Israeli forces will remain. The US intends to enforce Hamas' demilitarization as part of the agreement.

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