Board of Peace envoy warns Gaza could be lost without reconstruction

The United States‑led Board of Peace, which has been working to broker a cease‑fire and a long‑term settlement in Gaza, warned that the territory could effectively cease to exist if reconstruction efforts are not accelerated. In a statement released Monday, the Board’s senior envoy emphasized that the infrastructure damage from the recent conflict has left Gaza’s civilian population without basic services, and that without a coordinated rebuilding plan the region could become uninhabitable.

The envoy highlighted that the Board is coordinating with international donors, regional partners, and humanitarian agencies to secure funding for rebuilding homes, schools, hospitals, and critical utilities. He noted that the Board’s assessment shows that more than 70 % of Gaza’s housing stock has been destroyed and that water and electricity supplies are severely disrupted. He urged the international community to prioritize reconstruction as a precondition for lasting peace, warning that failure to do so would leave the area “gone for good.”

The statement comes amid growing concern that the humanitarian crisis could worsen if aid deliveries remain stalled and reconstruction projects are delayed. The Board of Peace has called for an immediate cease‑fire and a framework for a phased return of displaced residents, underscoring that sustainable reconstruction is essential to prevent the long‑term loss of Gaza’s population and infrastructure.