Trump’s vision for Palestine: No Palestinians
Murad Sadygzade | The US president has kicked off his new term with another ‘peace initiative’ that is really just a gift for Israel | Once again, US President Donald Trump has waded into the Palestinian issue, proposing radical solutions from a staunchly pro-Israel stance. The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, which came into effect on January 19, is set to last 42 days, during which both sides have committed to negotiating further steps towards a resolution. However, the US president expressed skepticism about its longevity, noting the scale of destruction in Gaza. ■ According to Trump, Gaza has been so thoroughly devastated that it needs to be rebuilt in an entirely different manner. He suggested that Arab nations such as Egypt and Jordan should take in more Palestinian refugees to help bring order to the region. During discussions with Jordan’s King Abdullah II, Trump conveyed his desire for the kingdom to accommodate more people, describing the situation in Gaza as “a complete mess.” He also intends to raise the issue with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. ■ Trump views the relocation of Gaza’s residents to Arab countries as a temporary or even long-term solution. He believes it could offer Palestinians a “fresh start” and contribute to regional stability. However, official Jordanian sources, when commenting on his statement, did not mention the refugee issue – an omission that reflects the reception of Trump’s proposals in the Arab world.
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