EXCLUSIVE – Israel’s Ambassador Danny Danon strongly rejects the Palestinian Authority’s (PA) “Relief and Early Recovery Plan” for Gaza.

Ambassador Danon stated that the PA should prioritize combating terrorism in the West Bank and condemning Hamas before focusing on reconstruction efforts.

The PA’s three-phase plan, submitted to the UN Security Council, seeks approximately $3.5 billion in funding. It calls for an end to the Israeli blockade of Gaza and long-term changes.

“Ending Israel’s occupation of Palestine and achieving a two-state solution, as outlined in numerous UN resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative, is the only path forward for peaceful coexistence,” the PA plan asserts.

Israel’s UN Mission condemned the plan, viewing it as an attempt to bypass essential security measures, including Hamas disarmament.

“While the plan proposes altering Gaza’s reality, including potentially relocating residents, the PA offers the UN a reconstruction plan without addressing the demilitarization of Gaza or Hamas’ responsibility for the destruction,” stated the Israeli UN Mission.

The PA’s plan holds Israel, as the “occupying power,” responsible for ensuring humanitarian aid delivery to Gaza. However, Israel withdrew from Gaza in 2005, and Hamas seized control following the 2006 elections.

Beyond Gaza reconstruction, the plan includes establishing a “Governmental Emergency Operations Room” and involves UNRWA.

Both the PA and Hamas have been accused by Israel of perpetuating terrorism and violence.

Ambassador Danon argues that the PA, having not condemned the October 7th attacks, lacks the moral authority to participate in reconstruction efforts. He suggested the PA should focus on ending incitement and terrorism in the West Bank.

The PA’s plan does not mention the October 7th attacks or any forceful entry into Gaza. Conversely, it repeatedly accuses Israel of “genocidal aggression” in Gaza.

The plan omits any reference to Hamas, reflecting the historical tension between the two groups.

In February 2024, Russia attempted to mediate peace talks between the PA and Hamas. In October 2024, Hamas urged Russia to pressure President Abbas for a unity government in post-war Gaza, but these efforts have yielded no results.

While condemning the PA’s plan, Israel’s UN Mission acknowledges its potential for widespread acceptance remains uncertain, particularly given the Trump administration’s new Gaza policy.

During a recent visit to Washington, President Trump stated the U.S. would “take over” Gaza and relocate its Palestinian inhabitants.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt clarified that President Trump’s plan wouldn’t involve U.S. troops in Gaza, but rather a deal with regional partners.

Before returning to the White House, President Trump warned Hamas of severe consequences if hostages were not released. Several hostages have since been freed.

Three more Israeli hostages, including American Sagui Dekel Chen, will be released on Saturday.