Gaza Reconstruction? Developer Says 'Ask Who Broke It'
Emaar founder Mohammed Alabbar publicly declared he’s “not inclined” to rebuild Gaza, stating those responsible for the destruction should clean up their own mess, adding his focus is on shareholder profits ( Arab News ). One might recall similar 'reconstruction' efforts, like those in Iraq or Afghanistan, where the 'repair' bills often dwarfed the 'destruction' costs, conveniently flowing back to
the same defense contractors and crony capitalists who profited from the original conflict. It's a lucrative cycle where devastation becomes a business opportunity. This isn't just about 'cleaning up garbage'; it's about holding accountable the architects of the destruction, those who greenlighted the bombs, and the politicians who arm them. While Alabbar's candor is refreshing—unlike the usual
platitudes—it underlines a deeper systemic issue: War is good business, reconstruction is even better, and moral accountability is perpetually outsourced.