A leaked confidential document reveals a plan to create a Gaza International Transitional Authority (GITA) to govern the Gaza Strip after the war. It could be headed by former British Prime Minister Tony Blair - but critics say it would weaken the Palestinian Authority and effectively separate Gaza from the West Bank.
According to a draft obtained by the newspaper. The Guardian a Haaretz, Gaza's administration would be led largely by foreign officials. The Palestinians would play only a minor role. The document also mentions the creation of an investment and development agency, funded by international partners and private investors, with the aim of 'commercially viable returns'.
Foreign names, Palestinians in the background
The text does not mention any Palestinian politician by name, but hints at the possible involvement of foreign figures such as Egyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris or investor Marc Rowan. There would be a single Palestinian member of the GITA board - "from the business or security sector".
A council of 7-10 members, approved by the UN Security Council, should binding legislative power, made key appointments and reported to the UN. The President, presumably Blair, would set the political and security direction, negotiating with Israel, Egypt and the US - with no mention of the Palestinian Authority.
Palestinian fears: division and colonialism
Palestinian officials have harshly criticised the proposal. According to former PLO negotiating team member Xavier Abu Eid, a foreign majority would "legislate for the Palestinians". According to him, this is a dangerous precedent that legalises the separation of Gaza from the West Bank - contrary to the principles already recognised in the Oslo Accords.
Secretary-General of the Palestinian National Initiative Mustafa Barghouti He warned that Blair had a bad reputation in the Palestinian territories because of his role in Iraq and his time as special envoy to the Quartet. "For the Palestinians, such a plan would be a disaster," He added.
Blair and his position
Sources said Blair was indeed interested in the role of GITA head, with the White House backing the proposal. However, his office stressed that "Gaza is for the people of Gaza" and that any scenario involving displacement is rejected. The document also states that the transitional authority should hand over administration to the Palestinian Authority in the future as a step towards a Palestinian state.
Blair has met in recent months with both President Mahmoud Abbas and Donald Trump, who is soon to present his own peace plan: an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages within 48 hours and a phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza.
Gaza's uncertain future
The GITA proposal thus raises more questions than answers. Palestinian leaders warn of the risk of Gaza remaining under international control without legitimate Palestinian representation. Critics warn that instead of a path to peace, a parallel governance model - with the Palestinians once again sidelined.
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