Ten Egyptian professional syndicates have announced plans on Tuesday, 28 January, to send a delegation to the Rafah border to express solidarity, provide aid, and to condemn statements made by the U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the forcible displacement of Palestinians. The announcement follows a joint press conference held in Cairo on Monday, 27 January, where representatives from various syndicates—including journalists, lawyers, engineers, dentists, medical professionals, and actors—expressed their commitment to supporting the Palestinian people. Khaled El-Balshi, head of the Journalists’ Syndicate, highlighted the syndicate’s plan to send a letter to the U.S. embassy in Cairo, the United Nations, the European Commission, and other international organizations, firmly rejecting Trump’s remarks and demanding a fair solution to the Palestinian issue. Trump’s recent statements on Monday,27 January, suggested that Egypt, Jordan, and other Arab nations should increase their acceptance of Palestinian refugees from Gaza, a proposal that has been met with widespread condemnation. During the press conference, El-Balshi emphasized the syndicates’ focus on supporting the right of Palestinians to return and rebuild Gaza, rather than displacing them. The syndicates have also committed to opening channels for donations to assist in Gaza’s reconstruction…
