ALBAWABA - Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi recently disclosed the projected expenses for rebuilding Gaza, estimating a staggering $90 billion.
These revelations surfaced during Sisi's address at an educational seminar for the Egyptian Armed Forces, commemorating Martyrs' Day.
Sisi reiterated Egypt's commitment to keeping the Rafah Crossing operational round-the-clock, emphasizing the nation's dedication to facilitating continuous access.
Highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza over the past five months, Sisi stressed the imperative of addressing the situation, citing a reconstruction budget of $90 billion.
In his address, Sisi voiced profound admiration for the resilience of the Palestinian people, pledging unwavering support and assistance from Egypt.
He reaffirmed Egypt's relentless pursuit of a ceasefire and the provision of aid, emphasizing the nation's unwavering dedication to securing the legitimate rights of Palestinians for an independent state.
The Media Office of Gaza's government has revealed that the region's infrastructure has incurred over $30 billion in damages due to continuous Israeli attacks since October 7.
Over a span of 155 days, Gaza has faced relentless assault from Israeli forces, resulting in widespread destruction. The government's Media Office disclosed that the economic toll of the attacks extends beyond $30 billion, encompassing critical elements like residential buildings, facilities, roadways, and essential utilities such as electricity, water, and sewage systems.
Among the staggering statistics, it was reported that 166 government structures, 100 educational institutions, and 305 schools and universities suffered damage. Additionally, 219 mosques were completely demolished, while 287 sustained partial damage. Furthermore, the attacks left 70,000 homes completely razed and rendered another 290,000 uninhabitable.
Notably, Israeli forces reportedly deployed a staggering 70,000 tons of explosives during their offensive in the Gaza Strip. This revelation underscores the extent of devastation faced by the region's infrastructure and civilian population.
