Trump: Israel Will Turn Over Gaza to US with ‘No Need’ for American troops/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his controversial proposal for the United States to take over Gaza after Israel’s war against Hamas, despite global condemnation. He claims Israel will hand over the territory to Washington for redevelopment but insists no U.S. troops will be involved. Arab nations, Palestinians, and European leaders have rejected the plan, calling it a violation of international law. Meanwhile, Israel’s defense minister supports giving Palestinians the “freedom to emigrate.”
Trump’s Gaza Takeover Proposal: Quick Look
- Trump claims Israel will transfer control of Gaza to the U.S.
- The plan involves relocating 1.8 million Palestinians and redeveloping Gaza.
- Trump insists the takeover can be done without U.S. troops.
- Arab nations, Palestinians, and European leaders reject forced relocation.
- Israel’s government backs the proposal, with its defense minister calling for Palestinian emigration.
- Spain, the UK, and Jordan firmly oppose displacing Gaza’s residents.
Trump: Israel Will Turn Over Gaza to US with ‘No Need’ for American troops
Trump Doubles Down on U.S. Control Over Gaza, Faces Global Outrage
President Donald Trump has intensified his controversial proposal for the United States to take over Gaza after the ongoing war, stating that Israel will hand the territory over once fighting ends. He insists that the takeover would not require American troops and envisions Gaza as a redeveloped, modern region—describing it as the future “Riviera of the Middle East.”
Trump’s Proposal: What It Entails
Trump first introduced the Gaza takeover idea earlier this week, sparking intense criticism. Despite that, he doubled down on Thursday in a Truth Social post, stating:
“The Gaza Strip would be turned over to the United States by Israel at the conclusion of fighting. Palestinians would be resettled in far safer and more beautiful communities, with new and modern homes, in the region.”
He also detailed plans for international teams to redevelop Gaza, promising that it would become one of the most spectacular developments of its kind on Earth.
A Forced Relocation of 1.8 Million People?
One of the most contentious parts of Trump’s plan involves relocating up to 1.8 million Palestinians from Gaza to neighboring countries. Critics argue that this would amount to forced displacement, violating international law.
- Egypt, Jordan and Saudi Arabia rejected the idea outright.
- The UK stated that Palestinians must determine their own future.
- Spain’s foreign minister responded bluntly, saying:“Gazans’ land is Gaza, and Gaza must be part of the future Palestinian state.”
Israel Backs Trump’s Vision
While Trump’s plan has sparked outrage worldwide, Israel’s government has expressed support.
- Defense Minister Israel Katz welcomed the proposal, calling it a “bold plan”.
- Katz suggested that Palestinians should be allowed to emigrate from Gaza via land, sea, and air.
- He also called out European nations that have criticized Israel’s war effort, saying they should accept displaced Palestinians into their own countries.
“Countries like Spain, Ireland, Norway, and others, which have leveled accusations against Israel, are legally obligated to allow any Gaza resident to enter their territories,” Katz said.
A Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
Trump’s proposal comes amid a humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. According to Gaza’s health ministry:
- Over 47,500 Palestinians have been killed since October 2023.
- 111,000 have been injured in Israel’s military campaign.
- Nearly 70% of Gaza’s buildings have been destroyed.
- There are severe shortages of food, fuel, medicine, and shelter.
Despite these conditions, many Palestinians reject forced relocation, citing the Nakba of 1948, when 700,000 Palestinians were displaced during Israel’s founding. They fear history is repeating itself.
Global Leaders Denounce the Proposal
The international response to Trump’s vision for Gaza has been overwhelmingly negative.
- UK Foreign Office minister Anneliese Dodds said:“Palestinians must determine the future of Gaza… We would oppose any effort to move Palestinians against their will.”
- Jordan, a key regional power, reiterated that it would not accept more Palestinian refugees.
- Spain, Ireland, and Norway have firmly rejected Trump’s plan.
What’s Next?
With widespread condemnation from European and Arab nations, Trump’s plan faces major roadblocks. However, with Israel’s backing, there is growing concern that efforts to forcibly relocate Palestinians could escalate, leading to a new phase of conflict in the region.
As the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas remains fragile, the question remains: Will Trump’s proposal lead to a new Middle East crisis, or is it just political posturing?
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