Trump has proposed U.S. control over Gaza, aiming to transform it into the "Riviera of the Middle East." The plan includes resettling Palestinians, clearing debris, and redeveloping the area. Despite rejection from regional leaders, Trump insists the idea has Middle Eastern support, raising tensions with Palestinians and global leaders.
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed an audacious plan to take control of the Gaza Strip, suggesting that the United States could redevelop the region and transform it into the "Riviera of the Middle East." Trump outlined this idea during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, claiming that the U.S. would own and manage the area, which has been devastated by years of conflict. His vision involves removing unexploded bombs, clearing debris, and revitalizing the territory economically.
While Trump’s statement has sparked global outrage, especially from Palestinians and regional actors, the former president insists that the proposal has support from Middle Eastern leadership. Trump suggested that Gaza’s residents could be resettled in neighboring countries, particularly Egypt and Jordan, although both nations have rejected the idea. Palestinians have fiercely criticized the plan, calling it an affront to their right to remain in their homeland.
This proposal, which has not provided concrete plans on execution or logistics, has raised concerns about U.S. military involvement in one of the world’s most volatile regions. Netanyahu voiced support for Trump’s approach, describing it as a transformative opportunity. The U.S. plan would likely face immense opposition from various international bodies, including the United Nations, which continues to recognize Gaza as Palestinian land.
