Sisi's Secret Plan for Gaza Evacuation Sparks Outrage,Reports Claim Egypt Planned to Move 500,000 Palestinians

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi is facing massive backlash after reports surfaced about a secret plan to move 500,000 Palestinians from Gaza to Egypt’s Sinai region. The Lebanese newspaper Al-Akhbar first reported the claim, and several social media users on X backed it up. While Sisi has denied approving any such plan, the controversy has sparked anger and raised big questions about Egypt’s role in the ongoing Israel-Gaza war.

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What’s the Alleged Plan?

According to reports, Sisi was open to temporarily relocating half a million Palestinians to a special city in North Sinai. The proposal was reportedly discussed with Arab leaders and linked to conditions set by the U.S. for rebuilding Gaza. Some sources even claim Jordan was involved in the talks.

Though described as a “temporary” move, there were no clear details about how long people would stay or whether they could return home. Many feared this could become a permanent displacement, reminding Palestinians of past forced removals, like the 1948 Nakba.

Sisi has repeatedly rejected any plan to push Palestinians into Sinai. In 2023, he warned that such a move could turn the area into a battleground for attacks against Israel. In January 2025, he also refused a similar suggestion from former U.S. President Donald Trump, calling it “unfair and dangerous for Egypt.”

Furious Reactions from Palestinians

News of the alleged plan triggered strong reactions, especially from Palestinian groups. Hamas reportedly called it a “dark morning,” fearing that it would lead to permanent exile. Many Palestinians believe that once they leave their land, they may never be allowed to return.

Sisi’s own words have added to the controversy. In a speech from November 2024, he warned that moving Palestinians to Sinai could “bring the fight from Gaza into Egypt.” This has worried many Egyptians, who fear it could invite attacks and instability.

Egypt’s Tough Position

Egypt plays a key role in mediating between Israel and Hamas. It has helped negotiate ceasefires and aid deliveries, making it a crucial player in the conflict. But if Egypt is seen as supporting Palestinian displacement, it could damage its reputation in the Arab world and spark protests at home.

Some reports claim Egypt is under pressure from the U.S. to take in refugees in exchange for financial aid. However, allowing mass relocation could create security risks, especially in Sinai, where Egyptian forces already battle extremist groups.

What Happens Next?

If Egypt were to approve such a plan, it could change the region’s balance. Sinai might become a new conflict zone, Israel-Egypt relations could suffer, and other Arab countries—like Jordan—might also feel pressured to take in refugees. The U.S. and other global powers could also face criticism for allegedly pushing for displacement under the cover of humanitarian aid.

For now, Sisi continues to deny any involvement, but the reports have already caused global outrage. Whether this was a real plan or just speculation, one thing is clear—any talk of Palestinian displacement will always be a highly sensitive and explosive issue.

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