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Trump says US will ‘take over’ and ‘own’ Gaza in redevelopment plan

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February 8, 2025
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President Donald Trump has announced a bold plan for the United States to “take over” and “own” Gaza. He claims his administration will rebuild the enclave and turn it into “the Riviera of the Middle East.” Speaking at the White House after meeting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump described the plan as a long-term redevelopment project.

Trump said the U.S. would clear the destruction in Gaza and remove unexploded bombs and weapons. He suggested that displaced Palestinians should relocate to other countries with “humanitarian hearts” but also claimed Palestinians and “people from all over the world” would live in the rebuilt Gaza.

Hamas and Palestinian Leaders Reject Proposal  

Hamas quickly condemned Trump’s proposal, calling it a “recipe for chaos.” The group stated that Palestinians in Gaza would resist any attempt to displace them. “Our people have already rejected forced displacement under bombardment for more than 15 months,” Hamas said in a statement.

Palestinian advocates also denounced the plan. Omar Baddar, a political analyst, said Trump’s comments signal an official U.S. policy of destroying Palestinian society. “He is talking about scattering Palestinians while the U.S. takes over their land,” Baddar said.

U.S. and Global Reaction  

Democratic lawmakers strongly opposed Trump’s announcement. Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib accused him of “openly calling for ethnic cleansing.” Senator Chris Murphy dismissed the plan as a distraction from Trump’s domestic controversies. “We aren’t taking over Gaza,” Murphy stated.

Saudi Arabia and other Arab nations also rejected the idea. Saudi officials said they would oppose any effort to displace Palestinians and would not normalize relations with Israel without a Palestinian state.

Impact on Ceasefire Negotiations  

Trump’s announcement comes at a delicate time, as Israel and Hamas negotiate an extension of the current ceasefire. The initial 42-day truce, set to expire on March 1, includes the release of Israeli hostages and Palestinian prisoners. Hamas has demanded a complete Israeli withdrawal from Gaza in the next phase of the ceasefire talks.

Trump cast doubt on the peace efforts, suggesting that military action could resume soon. “The strikes could start tomorrow,” he warned.

Netanyahu Welcomes Trump’s Vision  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu praised Trump’s plan, calling him “the greatest friend Israel has ever had.” He said the U.S. president’s vision for Gaza could change history. “Trump sees a different future for this land that has been a center of terrorism for years,” Netanyahu said.

Uncertain Future for Trump’s Plan  

Trump did not provide details on how the U.S. would implement its takeover of Gaza. When asked if American troops would be sent to enforce security, he said it was a possibility.

Jean-Loup Samaan, a senior research fellow at the National University of Singapore, said Trump’s proposal might be a bargaining tactic with Egypt and Jordan. “This would be a massive U.S. nation-building project in the Middle East, which contradicts his ‘America First’ policy,” Samaan noted.

The international community widely condemned the plan, with many warning that it violates international law. Observers say the proposal is unlikely to materialize but could escalate tensions in the region.

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