U.S. Pitches ‘Project Sunrise’ Plan to Turn Gaza Into High-Tech Metropolis

The Wall Street JournalSaturday, December 20, 2025 at 2:34:00 AM
U.S. Pitches ‘Project Sunrise’ Plan to Turn Gaza Into High-Tech Metropolis
  • The U.S. has proposed a plan dubbed 'Project Sunrise' aimed at transforming Gaza into a high-tech metropolis, with Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff drafting a blueprint that could see the U.S. cover approximately 20% of reconstruction costs over the next decade.
  • This initiative is significant as it represents a substantial commitment from the U.S. to aid in the rebuilding of Gaza, which has faced extensive damage from recent conflicts, potentially reshaping the region's economic landscape.
  • However, the plan comes amid skepticism regarding the motivations of U.S. contractors involved in the reconstruction efforts, with concerns about profit-driven motives overshadowing genuine humanitarian goals, reflecting broader debates about foreign intervention and reconstruction in conflict zones.
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