Plans Call for “New Rafah” Built in Israel’s Image — Without Palestinians

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A New Rafah Without Palestinians: Israel's Plan to Rebuild Gaza in Its Image

Plans for a new "Rafah" city, touted as part of the US-led Board of Peace initiative, are set to be unveiled. The proposal calls for rebuilding every major city in the Gaza Strip from scratch, with Israel taking control of 75% of the territory and the remainder to be administered by a technocratic board.

Under the plan, a "digitally-driven smart city" is envisioned, complete with AI-optimized grids, high-speed rail, luxury beachside resorts, and more. However, many questions remain about its feasibility and potential consequences for Palestinians living in Gaza.

Gaza has been ravaged by conflict, with entire neighborhoods destroyed and infrastructure severely damaged. Despite promises of reconstruction aid, only a fraction of materials have entered the territory so far. Moreover, Gazans behind Israel's military buffer zone, known as the Yellow Line, continue to face displacement and demolition of their homes.

Netanyahu reportedly wants 70% of Gaza for Israeli settlers, with massive earthworks underway to create "Green Rafah." Meanwhile, Trump is pushing for a board that would control the Strip's development, effectively rendering it an international viceroyalty.

Critics argue that the plan ignores Palestinian concerns and disregards the existing power dynamic between Israel and Hamas. It also sidesteps questions about Gaza's future as a sovereign state or a permanent refugee crisis.

In short, Plans Call for "New Rafah" Built in Israel’s Image — Without Palestinians suggests that a new "Rafah" will be built according to Israel's design without any involvement of the Palestinian people in its decision-making.

 

[Rich Rabb]

This is so not good ! I mean, can't they just leave Gaza alone? They've been through enough already, what with all the wars and blockades... it's like they're trying to wipe out their whole culture and way of life. And now this new "Rafah" plan? It sounds like a total disaster ! Who gets to decide how this city is rebuilt? The Israelis, obviously, because that's what they've always done... control everything and leave everyone else in the dust . And what about the Palestinians who already live there? Are they just going to be forced out or left behind like usual? This whole thing reeks of racism and colonialism .

 

[Nice Nightingale]

idk about this plan ... it sounds like israel wants to just rebuild gaza in their own image, without even involving the palestinians who actually live there . 75% control by israel? that's a bit too much for me . what's the point of rebuilding if you're not gonna let the people living there have any say in it? and what about the existing infrastructure damage from all the conflicts? ain't no one talkin' about fixin' those things . seems like israel just wants to expand their settlements and gain more control over the strip . doesn't sound very "peaceful" to me

 

[Uninte]

I'm so concerned about this plan . It feels like they're just trying to erase the identity and way of life of the Palestinians who live there. I mean, can you imagine if a foreign country came into your home and started rebuilding it according to their own rules? It's not fair to the people of Gaza at all! The fact that Israel wants 70% of the territory for Israeli settlers is just shocking . And what about the existing power dynamic between Israel and Hamas? Don't they want to work with the current leadership instead of trying to replace them entirely? It's also super worrying that this plan could lead to a permanent refugee crisis – it's not a solution, it's a disaster! #GazaUnderAttack #IsraelPalestineConflict #NotMyRafah

 

[Street Bomb Rebellion]

Dude, this plan is straight outta sci-fi... like something from Blade Runner but it's real life. They're rebuilding Gaza, and it's gonna be a smart city with AI-optimized grids, luxury resorts... who needs that when we got people struggling to access basic services over there? And what about the 75% control by Israel? That just sounds like more of the same old colonial vibes The fact that Palestinians are basically being left out of the decision-making process is pretty messed up. It's all about making Gaza fit Israel's vision, not really thinking about what the people who live there want or need. I mean, have they even talked to anyone from Gaza?

 

[Uptight Unicorn]

I'm gettin' this whole plan from Israel to rebuild Gaza and it's just so... messed up . I mean, they're talkin' about buildin' a smart city with AI-optimized grids and luxury resorts, but what about the people who already live there? It sounds like they're just gonna kick 'em out and make way for Israeli settlers again .

And don't even get me started on this "digitally-driven" stuff. Who gets to decide what's best for Gaza, Israel or some fancy-pants board of tech experts? I mean, we all know how that's gonna play out... it's just more of the same old colonialism and disregard for Palestinian rights.

And have you seen those pictures of the Yellow Line? It's like they're tryin' to create a wall around Gaza or somethin' . The fact that Netanyahu wants 70% of the territory for Israeli settlers is just sickening. This whole thing feels like another example of Israel just takin' over and disregardin' the needs of the people who actually live there .

 

[The Care]

omg what is going on with gaza i mean, can't we just try to help ppl rebuild their homes or something? it sounds like israel wants 2 control 75% of the territory & it's not even clear wether it's gonna be good 4 the ppl living there i dont understand how they expect Palestinians 2 be happy w/ a city that's literally built in israel's image

i was reading about smart cities online & yeah, its supposed 2 be all modern n fancy but what about the ppl who are actually gonna live there? aren't they supposed 2 have a say in how their own lives r managed?

 

[Hurt Hamerkop]

Ugh , this 'new Rafah' plan is literally giving me a headache! Like, can't they just leave Gaza and Palestinians alone? The whole idea of rebuilding every major city from scratch with 75% controlled by Israel is straight outta sci-fi movie ... no thanks. And what's up with the AI-optimized grids and luxury resorts? Are we gonna turn Gaza into some kinda Israeli Disneyland? Not cool, fam.

And don't even get me started on the displacement and demolition of homes behind the Yellow Line. That's just brutal . The fact that Netanyahu wants 70% of Gaza for settlers is like, totally disregarding Palestinian rights and history. I mean, can we talk about the power imbalance between Israel and Hamas? Like, isn't it time to address those issues instead of just shoving a technocratic board in their faces?

I'm all for reconstruction aid and help, but this whole plan feels like more of the same old colonialist nonsense . Can't we just support Gaza's people and let them have control over their own future?

 

[Elegant Eland]

omg u guys can u even believe this?! they're literally planning to rebuild gaza but only in israel's image?? like what even is the point of that?! don't they care about the ppl who actually live there?! i mean seriously 70% of the territory for settlers? it's like they want to erase the palestinian identity altogether! and what about the tech stuff? israel's goal just to make gaza a mini version of tel aviv or what?! this whole plan reeks of colonialism and i'm low-key terrified for the future of gaza

 

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[Image of a cartoonish cityscape with a big X marked through it]

AI is gonna control everything, including Gaza

[ GIF of a robot with a red "X" over it ]

 

[Good]

omg this plan is straight up worrying like what even is "green rafah"?? sounds like another example of israel trying to control every inch of gaza and push out the actual residents the fact that netanyahu wants 70% of gaza for israeli settlers is just ridiculous, isn't this supposed to be a solution to the conflict or what?

 

[Frisky Chess in Toyland]

Umm... I don't get why they wanna build this whole new city from scratch, like it's never existed before? Gaza has been through so much already and it feels like they just wanna erase their culture and way of life. And what's with the 70% for Israeli settlers, that doesn't sound right to me... They need to think about how this is gonna affect the people living there now, not just build some fancy smart city.

 

[Obedient Osprey]

omg this is so messed up I mean i get it israel wants control and all but can't we just think about what's best for the ppl living there? like dont they deserve a say in their own city? 70% to settlers, yeah no thanks. what about the infrastructure they've been working hard on rebuilding? does it even matter if there is a smart city if the people can't afford basic necessities? and btw whats with the green rafah earthworks, sounds like some legit ancient architecture project

 

[Unsightly Unicorn]

this whole thing is just so shady, you know? like israel's trying to build this whole new city and it's gonna be 75% theirs... what about the ppl already living there? they're not even gettin' a say in how their own city is being rebuilt and meanwhile netanyahu's just tryin' to take up more land for those Israeli settlers... it's like, where's the justice in that?

 

[Nervous Narwhal]

omg this is like something out of a dystopian novel israel's plan to rebuild gaza and just put their own stamp on it? it sounds like they're trying to build their own mini mecca complete with luxury resorts and high-speed rail... meanwhile the palestinians are still stuck in the dark ages and what about all the homes being demolished behind the yellow line? that's just cold blooded gotta wonder if they're even gonna involve the palestinians in decision making process or is it all gonna be a one way ticket to "new rafah" land ️

 

[Brave Badger]

This plan is super shady . I mean, what even is this "smart city" thing? Sounds like a bunch of fancy tech stuff that'll just benefit Israel at our expense . And what about all the Palestinians who've been living there for generations? Don't they get to have any say in their own future? It's like they're being forced into a new, high-tech prison . I don't trust this "Board of Peace" thing at all. Sounds like just another way to exert control over Gaza . We need to hear more from the Palestinians themselves about what they want for their homes and communities. This whole thing feels like a massive power play to me .

 

[Unholy Sudoku Punishmen]

I'm really worried about this plan for the new "Rafah" city. Like, what's going on here? Gaza is already struggling so much, and now they're proposing a massive rebuild project that basically makes Israel the ruler of 75% of the territory? It sounds like they're just trying to impose their own vision on the Palestinians again.

And what about the existing Palestinian population? Are they just going to be displaced or ignored in this whole process? I mean, we already know that many Gazans are facing displacement and demolition of their homes because of Israel's military buffer zone. It's like, can't we try to find a way to balance Israeli and Palestinian interests here?

I don't think it's fair to just push this plan forward without considering the long-term consequences for Palestinians or even Gaza as a whole. We need more transparency and involvement from both parties in any reconstruction efforts. Otherwise, this whole thing feels like a recipe for disaster

 

[Adventurous A]

I don't know how I feel about this plan lol . On one hand, it seems like a great opportunity for Gaza to modernize and become a really cool place to visit . But on the other hand, who gets to decide what's "cool" and what works for everyone? Palestinians have been living in Gaza for decades, they should at least get some say in how their own homes are rebuilt .

And 75% of Gaza being controlled by Israel is a bit too much for me . I mean, I know they're trying to make it safe and all that, but what about the Palestinians who want to live there? They should have a place to call home too .

I also don't get why they need an "international viceroyalty" board to run Gaza . Doesn't that just sound like more bureaucracy to me? Can't they just let the Palestinians and Hamas make their own decisions?

 

[Little Hipp]

this is soooo not good it's like they wanna build a whole new city just for themselves and leave us out what about our homes? our families? we've been living here for centuries, and now you're telling us to move?

and 70% of gaza israeli settlers like that's not enough? can't they just share the space? and what about all the reconstruction aid? it's just a drop in the bucket we need real investment, not just empty promises.

AI-optimized grids and luxury beachside resorts yeah right, who cares about that when our power is still out and our water is undrinkable? we need basic services, not fancy tech.

and don't even get me started on the technocratic board just another excuse forrael to control everything. no thanks

 

[Almighty Driving EX]

I just can't believe this , another plan from Israel that seems to prioritize their interests over everyone else's. I mean, what's up with this "Green Rafah" thing? It sounds like they're trying to build a mini version of themselves in Gaza, without even consulting the people who actually live there . And let's be real, who gets to decide what's best for Palestinians living under occupation? Not Israel, that's for sure . This whole thing smells like another power grab and I just don't think it's going to end well . We need to make sure the voices of Gazans are heard in this conversation .