Netanyahu Backs Controversial US Plan to Reshape Gaza

The Israeli prime minister supports Trump’s proposal to displace Gaza’s population as ceasefire negotiations face uncertainty.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared his commitment to former President Trump's plan to take over Gaza and displace its Palestinian residents, a proposal widely condemned as violating international law.
The plan has drawn criticism from Arab states and human rights groups, with Saudi Arabia leading efforts to propose alternative solutions at an upcoming regional summit.
Israel's security cabinet is set to deliberate on the second phase of the Gaza ceasefire, which involves further prisoner exchanges, Israeli troop withdrawal, and a potential end to the 15-month war.
Protests have erupted across Israel, marking 500 days since hostages were taken by Hamas, with families demanding their release and accusing Netanyahu of prioritizing political survival over negotiations.
The war, triggered by Hamas's October 2023 attack, has resulted in over 48,000 Palestinian deaths and widespread destruction in Gaza, alongside ongoing tensions over hostages and governance.