US President Donald Trump recently suggested that Israel would hand over the Gaza Strip to the United States after fighting between Israel and Hamas concludes.
He proposed resettling Palestinians in modern communities within the region without deploying US troops. Trump’s remarks drew condemnation from the UN, human rights groups, and Arab leaders, who accused him of planning ethnic cleansing.
Despite initial statements suggesting permanent displacement, White House officials, including Secretary of State Rubio, clarified that any relocation would be temporary to allow for debris clearance and reconstruction.
Trump envisioned transforming Gaza into a prosperous hub, calling it the “Riviera of the Middle East.” However, analysts remain skeptical about the feasibility of these plans. The unexpected proposal caught senior officials off guard, reflecting a lack of concrete planning.
