Trump’s Gaza Displacement Plan Faces Strong Rejection from Egypt
Egypt has firmly rejected any plans to forcibly displace Palestinians following a proposal by US President Donald Trump to “clean out” the Gaza Strip and relocate its population to neighboring countries like Egypt and Jordan.
🇪🇬 Egypt’s Stance
The Egyptian Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement on Sunday reiterating the nation’s unwavering support for the Palestinian people and their right to remain on their land. It categorically rejected:
- Forced displacement, whether temporary or permanent.
- Settlement or annexation of Palestinian land.
- Any actions that would uproot Palestinians from their homeland.
President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi emphasized that displacing Palestinians would erase the possibility of a future Palestinian state and described the proposal as a “red line” threatening Egypt’s national security.
Regional Response
The Arab League echoed Egypt’s sentiments, condemning forced displacement as ethnic cleansing. They emphasized the historical failure of attempts to uproot Palestinians through settlement expansion or land annexation.
🚨 Trump’s Suggestion
Trump’s plan, unveiled amidst 15 months of ongoing conflict in Gaza, involved relocating Gaza’s population to Egypt and Jordan. He referred to Gaza as a “demolition site” and suggested the relocation could be temporary or long-term.
🔑 Why It Matters
Egypt and Jordan, key players in regional diplomacy, view such plans as a direct threat to their stability and the broader goal of a two-state solution. Egypt has warned that displacement undermines the possibility of Palestinian statehood and risks further escalating tensions in the Middle East.
