The White House has reportedly agreed to the Egyptian plan for Gaza reconstruction, but with a significant condition: Hamas must be removed and fully disarmed. This development comes as the international community continues to seek a lasting solution to the Gaza conflict. According to recent reports, Egypt's plan for Gaza reconstruction involves a comprehensive five-year initiative, projected to cost $53 billion.¹ The plan includes a committee of experts to oversee the clearance of rubble and unexploded ordnance, followed by a four-and-a-half-year reconstruction phase. However, the plan's success hinges on addressing the complex issue of Hamas's future. Israel has expressed concerns about the plan, citing the need for a security-only approach in dealing with Hamas. The US role in the process will be crucial, with some suggesting that a coordinated US-Arab effort could help prepare the ground for peace negotiations between the Palestinian Authority and Israel.
Arsenal closing on move to sign England Under-21 international
Arsenal transfer news: Academy graduate closing on move to fallen Spanish giant?
Arsenal have reportedly agreed a fee with Deportivo La Coruna for Charlie Patino.
When the midfielder burst onto the scene in 2021-22, comparisons were instantly made to former Gunners favourite Jack Wilshere.
However, instead of becoming a mainstay of Mikel Arteta's squad, Patino would be loaned out having made just two first-team appearances.
Loan spells have since been spent in the Championship with Blackpool and Swansea City, accumulating 32 starts and 25 substitute outings in all competitions.
Nevertheless, despite gaining suitable experience in the second tier of English football, it has been reported for a number of months that the 20-year-old would not be reintegrated back into the senior ranks at the Emirates Stadium.
That was confirmed during pre-season as Patino failed to make a single outing, and it now appears that he will be soon plying his trade in Spain.
According to The Mirror, Arsenal and Deportivo have reached a compromise over a transfer fee for the England Under-21 international.
Arsenal are in line to recoup £1m for the academy graduate, as well as possessing what is described as a 'significant' sell-on clause.
Patino is yet to agree personal terms, that potentially dependent on whether any other clubs make a formal approach for his signature