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25. Gaza 2035: A Beacon of Peace and Prosperity in the Flourishing Middle East by Seth Eisenberg -

Sun Jul 20, 2025, 09:04 PM

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https://blogs.timesofisrael.com/gaza-2035-a-beacon-of-peace-and-prosperity-in-the-flourishing-middle-east/

"... A Premier Tourist Destination

Gaza’s Mediterranean coastline has become a world-class tourist attraction, drawing millions of visitors each year. Luxury resorts, waterfront promenades, and cultural districts have turned the city into the “Pearl of the Mediterranean.” The historic markets of Khan Younis and Gaza City have been beautifully restored, offering visitors a taste of traditional Palestinian craftsmanship, food, and music.

New cultural festivals and global conferences make Gaza a center for diplomacy, art, and intellectual exchange—a place where the world comes together.

Donald Trump Square: The Heart of Gaza’s Cultural Renaissance

At the center of Gaza City stands Donald Trump Square, a testament to the region’s incredible transformation. Once a war-torn space, it is now a thriving public gathering place where residents and visitors come together for some of the city’s biggest weekly events..."

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Gaza 2035: A Beacon of Peace and Prosperity in the Flourishing Middle East by Seth Eisenberg - cliffside Yesterday #25

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