Renowned Palestinian-American businessman Bashar al-Masri emerges as a pivotal figure in President Donald Trump’s “Gaza plan.” Reports suggest Masri has been involved in negotiations with Hamas and even made his private jet available to U.S. officials. His wealth, business acumen, and political impartiality position him as the primary candidate to spearhead reconstruction efforts in Gaza.

According to The Jerusalem Post, diplomatic sources claim U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Hostage Affairs Adam Boehler consulted Palestinian businessman Bashar al-Masri regarding Gaza’s future amidst talks with Hamas. Masri has been highlighted as a key player in Trump’s plan for Gaza, an advisor to Boehler.

THE USE OF HIS PRIVATE JET IN TRAVELS During Boehler’s trips to the region, including discussions with Hamas, Masri’s private jet was reportedly utilized, with the Palestinian businessman accompanying him. Masri, identified as a leading figure capable of spearheading Gaza’s reconstruction efforts, is portrayed as a pragmatic figure without ties to Hamas or the Palestinian Authority.

“A PERSON TO REBUILD GAZA” In a previous interview, Masri posed the question pondering who will rebuild Gaza, stating, “As the world watches what’s happening in Gaza, one question arises: Will Masri be the person to rebuild Gaza?” Born in Nablus, Palestinian billionaire businessman Masri was the investor behind Rawabi, the largest project in the occupied West Bank. A BILLIONAIRE WITH A FOOT IN BOTH WORLDS Masri is no ordinary businessman; he backs initiatives like Rawabi, the first planned Palestinian city in the West Bank, and holds a diverse investment portfolio in the Middle East, including Israel.

An experienced entrepreneur, Masri shares Trump’s approach to the business world, aligning him naturally with the administration’s economic vision for the region.

PARTICIPATED IN PALESTINIAN PROTESTS IN HIS YOUTH Despite participating in anti-Israel protests in his youth, Masri is now viewed as a pragmatic figure with no ties to Hamas or the Palestinian Authority.

Born in Nablus as a Palestinian and an American citizen, his dual identity grants him a unique position: respected in Palestinian business circles while also broadly accepted by the American administration. CAN MASRI LEAD GAZA’S RECONSTRUCTION? Masri’s wealth, business acumen, and political impartiality position him as the top contender to lead post-war reconstruction efforts in Gaza.

The Masri family has long been involved in major investment projects in the region. Boehler’s spokesperson declined to comment on Masri’s role in the U.S. regional strategy.