President Donald Trump's proposal to have the United States 'take over' the Gaza Strip and resettle its residents has sparked strong reactions from Palestinians, their allies, and other nations. During a news conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump outlined a plan to build new settlements for Palestinians outside Gaza and for the U.S. to redevelop the territory into 'the Riviera of the Middle East.'
Trump's remarks were met with opposition from various quarters. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas called for UN protection of Palestinian rights, labeling Trump's proposal a violation of international law. In contrast, some Israelis, including reservist soldier Yaniv Cohen and far-right finance minister Bezalel Smotrich, praised Trump's plan to evacuate Palestinians from Gaza and transform the region into a tourist destination.
