Trump Insists Egypt and Jordan Will Accept Displaced Gazans/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ President Donald Trump reaffirmed his stance Thursday, insisting that Egypt and Jordan will accept displaced Gazans, despite both nations strongly rejecting the proposal. Trump stated, “They’re going to do it. We do a lot for them.” His remarks follow Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Jordan’s King Abdullah II firmly opposing any forced Palestinian displacement. The plan, which Trump introduced last week, suggests moving Gazans to Egypt and Jordan after the war left the territory in ruins. Meanwhile, U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff visited Gaza as part of efforts to maintain the fragile Israel-Hamas ceasefire.
Trump’s Gaza Displacement Plan: Quick Look
- Trump insists Egypt and Jordan will take Gazans, despite their objections.
- Egypt’s President Sisi rejected the plan, calling it an injustice.
- Jordan’s King Abdullah II reaffirmed Palestinians must remain on their land.
- Trump hinted at potential tariffs to pressure Egypt and Jordan.
- Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff visited Gaza, reinforcing the ceasefire.
- Egypt and Jordan fear mass displacement will destabilize their countries.
Trump Insists Egypt and Jordan Will Accept Displaced Gazans
Trump’s Displacement Proposal: A Deep Look
Trump Insists Egypt and Jordan Will Comply
Speaking from the Oval Office, President Donald Trump reiterated his stance on relocating Gaza’s displaced population to Egypt and Jordan.
“They will do it,” Trump said when asked about the countries’ rejection.
- He hinted at using economic pressure, including tariffs, to force compliance.
- The plan involves moving Palestinians out of Gaza, which Trump described as a “demolition site” due to the war.
- U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff described Gaza as “almost completely destroyed”, estimating it could take 10 to 15 years to rebuild.
- A UN damage report warned clearing the 50 million tons of rubble could take two decades and cost $1.2 billion.
- Amid the destruction, U.S.-brokered ceasefire negotiations have led to ongoing hostage releases, but Senator Marco Rubio warned that Hamas’ continued presence remains a threat to Israeli security.
- Meanwhile, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi and Jordan’s King Abdullah II strongly opposed the displacement of Palestinians, citing national security concerns.
- The Trump administration is weighing long-term solutions, as Gaza faces a humanitarian and political crisis.
Egypt and Jordan Strongly Oppose Forced Displacement
Amid discussions about Gaza’s future, el-Sissi strongly rejected any forced displacement of Palestinians.
“This will never be tolerated or allowed,” Sissi declared, emphasizing the threat to Egyptian national security.
Sisi declared,“The forced displacement of Palestinians is an injustice we cannot accept.”
Meanwhile, in Brussels, Jordan’s King Abdullah II stressed his country’s:
“Firm position on the need to keep the Palestinians on their land and to guarantee their legitimate rights, in accordance with the Israeli and Palestinian two-state solution”. King Abdullah II says.
- Both nations have repeatedly warned against efforts to push Palestinians across their borders since the start of the Israel-Hamas war in October 2023.
U.S. Diplomatic Efforts and Middle East Envoy Visit
As tensions rise, Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, visited Gaza and Israel to discuss rebuilding efforts and maintaining the fragile ceasefire.
- Witkoff toured Gaza, describing it as “almost completely destroyed.”
- He also met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
- The visit aimed to support the U.S.-brokered ceasefire, which took effect on January 19.
Ceasefire Brings Hostage Releases, But Uncertainty Remains
The U.S.-brokered ceasefire has allowed for hostage exchanges, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio cautioned that the fundamental security problem remains.
“As long as Hamas exists, Israel will never be secure,” Rubio said.
He highlighted concerns that once the ceasefire ends, the real question remains: Who will govern Gaza?
“If the same people who caused October 7 stay in power, nothing changes,” Rubio warned.
Growing Middle East Tensions Over Displacement Plan
The forced relocation of Palestinians remains a highly sensitive issue:
- Palestinian leaders reject any removal from Gaza, arguing it threatens their aspirations for statehood.
- Egypt and Jordan fear an influx of refugees could destabilize their countries.
- The U.S. plan faces strong pushback from both Arab nations and international organizations.
Trump’s insistence on displacement is likely to further strain relations with key U.S. allies in the Middle East.
Despite ongoing diplomatic efforts, the question of Gaza’s governance and reconstruction remains unsolved, as world leaders grapple with one of the worst humanitarian crises in recent history.
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