Adjustments After Controversy

Following the controversy sparked by President Donald Trump’s proposal for the United States to take control of the Gaza Strip and relocate its population, members of his administration have sought to soften and modify this initiative.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio explained that the objective is only a temporary relocation of Palestinians to facilitate the area’s reconstruction. He also compared the situation to “a natural disaster” that makes the region uninhabitable in the short term.

White House Position

Meanwhile, White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt emphasized that the United States has no plans to deploy troops to Gaza or finance its reconstruction. However, she acknowledged the possibility of U.S. troops being involved in the process.

Leavitt stated that “it has been made very clear to the president that the United States needs to be involved in this reconstruction effort to ensure stability in the region for all people.” She also stressed that this does not necessarily mean the deployment of soldiers to Gaza or that U.S. taxpayers must bear the cost of the reconstruction.

International Reactions

These clarifications come amid strong global criticism. Many consider Trump’s proposal a violation of international law and label it a form of ethnic cleansing.

Leaders of Arab nations, such as Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia, have strongly rejected the idea. Furthermore, they have warned that it could destabilize the region and undermine long-standing efforts to achieve a two-state solution.