Key points of Egypt's plan:
1. Immediate ceasefire: Proposal for 7 day peace talks to stop fighting between Hamas and Israel.
2. Prisoner exchange: Release of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for Israeli hostages.
3. Humanitarian aid: Formation of international funding for food, medicine, and infrastructure in Gaza.
4. Future roadmap: Administrative reorganization of Gaza under the leadership of the Palestinian Authority.
Reasons for Saudi-UAE skepticism:
Hamas' role: Saudi Arabia wants Hamas to be completely disarmed, while Egypt's plan suggests making them part of a "political process."
Iranian influence: UAE fears that Shia groups (backed by Iran) could become more influential in Gaza.
Tensions with Israel: Saudi does not want to jeopardize its Israel normalization deal.
What happened at the Arab League meeting?
Supporters: Qatar, Algeria, and Jordan openly supported Egypt's plan.
Saudi-UAE stance: Both countries called the plan "incomplete" and objected to its lack of security guarantees.
Palestinian response: Hamas welcomed the plan, but Israel has not yet responded.
Analysts' opinion:
Dr. Alan Currie (Middle East expert): "The Egyptian plan is practical, but Saudi and UAE opposition reflects US-Iran competition." Al-Jazeera reports: "Lack of unity among Arab countries on Gaza's future may benefit Israel."
Way forward:
Egypt and Qatar have sought UN support for the plan.
The US has welcomed "efforts for peace" but has made no firm commitment.