Israel ‘seeking Trump’s support for plan to expel Palestinians from Gaza’
Summary
Israel’s defence minister, Israel Katz, said Israel is seeking support from President Donald Trump for a plan to remove Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Katz believes US backing could help convince other countries to accept Palestinian refugees, although Trump has paused discussions on this idea.Key Facts
- Israel’s defence minister said removing Palestinians from Gaza is being discussed as part of a long-term solution.
- Israel plans to relocate Palestinians by sea, air, or any possible way.
- President Donald Trump previously talked about the US taking control of Gaza and removing Palestinians but has since frozen this idea.
- A White House peace plan last year did not include deporting Palestinians, which many consider ethnic cleansing.
- Katz said US support is necessary to get neighboring countries to accept Palestinian refugees.
- Egypt has opposed forced removal of Palestinians and urged the US to reject the idea.
- Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated Israel will maintain its military position until Hamas disarms.
- Some Israeli politicians have called for harsher treatment of Palestinians during an election season.
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