Trump seeks US control of Gaza, proposes Palestinian resettlement; plans visit to discuss ceasefire with regional leaders.

“The U.S. will take over the Gaza Strip, and we will do a job with it, too.” –President Donald J. Trump pic.twitter.com/aCqLl9Gwwn

— President Donald J. Trump (@POTUS) February 5, 2025

In Short

During a White House meeting, President Trump proposed US control over Gaza and resettlement of Palestinians to neighboring countries, calling Gaza a “demolition site” and suggesting wealthy Arab nations fund the effort. His plan aims to redevelop Gaza, potentially making it a tourist hub, but faced rejection from regional leaders and Palestinians.

Trump described Gaza as a “demolition site” and proposed that wealthier Arab nations should fund the relocation efforts. His comments have been met with strong rejection from regional leaders and Palestinian officials.

The president indicated he would visit Gaza soon and mentioned plans to discuss the ceasefire deal with Jordan’s king next week.

Trump envisions a redevelopment of Gaza which he believes could bring stability to the region and described it as potentially becoming “the future Riviera of the Middle East.” He emphasized the creation of jobs through this initiative and expressed confidence in receiving support from leaders in the region.

In response, the Palestinian UN representative reiterated the perspective that Gaza is part of their homeland and emphasized the need for respect toward Palestinian wishes.

The broader implications of Trump’s proposals could significantly shift US foreign policy in the Middle East, raising concerns of forced displacement among Gazans.

The meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted continued US support for Israel, reinforcing Trump’s commitment to developing relations in the context of the ongoing conflict.

As peace negotiations and potential military strategies unfold, the situation in the region remains critical.