President Trump has proposed that the United States take control of the Gaza Strip, relocate its Palestinian population, and redevelop the area into a thriving economic hub. Speaking at a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump suggested that Palestinians be resettled in other countries, claiming this would bring peace and stability to the region. 'The U.S. will take over the Gaza Strip, and we will do a job with it too,' Trump stated, envisioning a future where the area becomes a 'Riviera of the Middle East' with abundant jobs and housing [1] [2].

The proposal has been met with significant backlash from various international actors and organizations. Hamas, the governing body in Gaza, condemned the plan as a 'recipe for chaos and tension,' emphasizing that Palestinians would resist any forced displacement. Critics argue that the plan violates international law and disregards the rights of the Palestinian people. Democratic lawmakers in the U.S. have also voiced their opposition, with Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib accusing Trump of advocating for ethnic cleansing. Middle Eastern countries, including Jordan and Egypt, have rejected the proposal, fearing it could destabilize the region further [3].

Trump's proposal marks a significant departure from traditional U.S. foreign policy, which has long supported a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. By advocating for U.S. control over Gaza, Trump is reopening a geopolitical issue with far-reaching implications for the Middle East. The proposal also raises questions about the legal authority for such an action and the potential use of U.S. military forces to maintain security in the area. Critics argue that this move could undermine ongoing peace efforts and exacerbate tensions in the region, putting the U.S. at odds with international allies and organizations [2] [3].