Trump’s Gaza Takeover Plan Sparks Global Backlash

Washington, D.C. – Former U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a controversial plan to take control of Gaza and turn it into a major tourist and business hub, calling it the “Riviera of the Middle East.” His idea includes moving Palestinians out of Gaza and rebuilding the area, but he didn’t say where people would go or how this would happen.

The announcement has been met with strong criticism from countries in the region, especially Saudi Arabia and Palestinian leaders. Many fear that this could lead to a second “Nakba”—a catastrophe similar to what happened in 1948 when many Palestinians lost their homes during the creation of Israel.

Angry Reactions from Saudi Arabia and Hamas

Trump shared his plan during a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He said the U.S. would “take over Gaza” and create “thousands of jobs” to help the region. However, Hamas, the group that controls Gaza, quickly rejected the idea.

Hamas spokesperson Sami Abu Zuhri called Trump’s statement “ridiculous and absurd” and warned that it could cause more violence in the Middle East.

Saudi Arabia also strongly opposed the plan. The Saudi government said it would never support the forced removal of Palestinians from their land. It also confirmed that it will not establish ties with Israel unless a Palestinian state is created.

Palestinians Fear Losing Their Homeland

Trump’s plan has raised deep fears among Palestinians. Many worry that if they are forced to leave Gaza, they will never be allowed to return. This reminds them of the Nakba in 1948, when hundreds of thousands of Palestinians were displaced during the war that led to Israel’s creation.

Gaza has already suffered massive destruction from the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. According to a United Nations report, it could take over 20 years and cost more than $1 billion just to clear the rubble from bombed-out buildings.

Saudi Arabia’s Role and U.S.-Israel Relations

Trump has been trying to convince Saudi Arabia to officially recognize Israel, following the lead of the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, which did so in 2020. However, Saudi Arabia has refused, especially after Israel’s recent attacks on Gaza.

Saudi Arabia is one of the most powerful countries in the Middle East, with influence over the Muslim world and global oil markets. Its position on this issue is very important for future peace talks.

A Big Shift in U.S. Policy?

For years, the United States has supported a two-state solution, meaning that both Israel and Palestine should exist as separate countries with their own borders. However, Trump’s new plan goes against this idea, leaving many people unsure about what the U.S. government really wants for the future of Gaza.

For now, Trump’s proposal has created more questions than answers—and it has already sparked anger across the world.