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Erdogan urges immediate global reconstruction of devastated Gaza Strip

Gaza has been badly damaged since the Hamas attack on Israel in October 2023.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says rebuilding should start right away.

He asked other countries to pressure Israel.

United Nations figures say most buildings in Gaza were damaged or destroyed by October 2025.

A ceasefire supported by the United States began in October 2025.

However, the report says airstrikes continued and equipment needed for rebuilding was restricted.

The United Nations, World Bank, and European Union estimate that rebuilding will cost $71.4 billion over ten years.

Erdogan wants countries to help Gaza recover quickly.

Key facts

Reconstruction appeal: Erdogan said rebuilding Gaza must begin immediately.
Damage estimate: United Nations figures say 84 percent of Gaza’s structures were damaged or destroyed by October 2025.
Ceasefire: A US-brokered ceasefire began in October 2025, according to the article.
Reported ongoing restrictions: The article says Israel continued airstrikes and restricted entry of equipment needed for reconstruction.
Estimated cost: Gaza’s recovery and reconstruction are estimated to require $71.4 billion over the next decade.
Assessment authors: The estimate was published jointly by the United Nations, the World Bank, and the European Union in April.

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