President Donald Trump is facing global condemnation after announcing his plan to control Gaza and permanently expel Palestinians, a move slammed by leaders as "ethnic cleansing," with warnings that it could exacerbate regional tensions, violate international law, and further the humanitarian crisis.
"Trump's proposal to push two million Palestinians out of Gaza and take 'ownership' by force, if necessary, is simply ethnic cleansing by another name," said U.S. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD). "This declaration will give ammunition to Iran and other adversaries while undermining our Arab partners in the region."
