President Trump’s proposal to “own” Gaza and transfer its population elsewhere has stirred condemnation and sarcasm, but it is an opening bid and could disrupt a tired diplomatic paradigm.
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Inside Trump’s Hastily Written Proposal to ‘Own’ Gaza
Although the president had been talking about the idea for weeks, there had been no meetings on the subject, and senior members of his government were taken by surprise.
What to Know About the Trump Family’s Deals in the Middle East
The region has become a hot spot for the family’s business. Jared Kushner, the president’s son-in-law, noted last year that “Gaza’s waterfront property could be very valuable.”
Trump and Netanyahu Leave Little Daylight Between Them
Even aside from his stunning Gaza proposal, President Trump gave Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel nearly everything he wanted, signaling a renewal of their close alliance.
These Are the Major Obstacles to Trump’s Gaza Plan
Experts say a proposal to move all Palestinians out of Gaza and remake it as a U.S. territory would be time-consuming, extraordinarily costly and probably a violation of international law.
Trump’s Proposal on Gaza Is a Risk for Egypt and Jordan
The Arab countries are among the top recipients of American military aid, but forcing Palestinians out of their remaining territory could destabilize the entire region.
Trump’s Gaza Plan Is Unworkable, Analysts Say. Does He Mean It?
President Trump’s proposal to transfer millions of people out of Gaza was hailed by the Israeli right and condemned by Palestinians. Some experts say it may be a negotiating tactic.
Trump Proposes U.S. Takeover of Gaza and Says Palestinians Should Move
The president met with the Israeli prime minister at the White House, meeting in person with another world leader for the first time since returning to power.
Trump’s Proposal to ‘Take Over’ Gaza Sparks Immediate Rebukes
President Trump’s suggestion was denounced in the Middle East, Washington and beyond.
Trump Signs Executive Order Calling for Review of U.S. Ties to U.N.
The move cast uncertainty on the leadership role of the United States in the global body. The president also withdrew from the U.N.’s Human Rights Council and stopped funding UNRWA.