A commentary published by Amar Desh Online on January 25, 2026, argues that Gaza’s reconstruction must prioritize the rights, history, and lived experiences of its people rather than being framed solely as an investment opportunity. The article criticizes the vision reportedly proposed by Jared Kushner, adviser and son-in-law to former U.S. President Donald Trump, which imagines Gaza as a site of luxury housing, commercial zones, and beachfront developments. It warns that such an approach could deepen crises instead of fostering genuine recovery.

The piece emphasizes that Gaza is home to more than two million Palestinians who have endured decades of blockade, displacement, and repeated assaults. It notes that for many families, their homes symbolize memory, social bonds, and the right of return to lands lost in 1948, giving them value beyond market price. The article contrasts global leaders’ reconstruction pledges at Davos with continued killings in Gaza, reporting at least 480 Palestinian deaths since an October 10 ceasefire.

It concludes that reconstruction will only be meaningful if it acknowledges Palestinian rights, dignity, and historical identity rather than treating Gaza as a failed economic project.