Israel orders army to get ready for Gaza residents’ departure

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Israeli Defence Minister, Israel Katz, instructed the military on Thursday to develop a plan that would facilitate the voluntary departure of residents from the Gaza Strip.

This directive follows US President Donald Trump’s announcement regarding the United States’ intention to take control of Gaza, resettle its Palestinian residents, and transform the region into the Middle East’s version of the Riviera.

“I welcome President Trump’s bold plan, Gaza residents should be allowed the freedom to leave and emigrate, as is the norm around the world,” Katz said.

When asked which nations would take in the Palestinians, Katz suggested that it should be those countries that have opposed Israel’s military actions in Gaza.

“Countries like Spain, Ireland, Norway, and others, which have levelled accusations and false claims against Israel over its actions in Gaza, are legally obligated to allow any Gaza resident to enter their territories,” he said.

It’s worth noting that Trump’s Gaza plan received backlash on Wednesday from global powers such as Russia, China, and Germany, which warned that it would lead to further suffering and hatred.

Similarly, Saudi Arabia, a significant regional player, firmly rejected the proposal, and King Abdullah of Jordan, who is set to meet with Trump at the White House next week, voiced his opposition on Wednesday, stating that he rejected any efforts to annex land or displace Palestinians.

However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed support for Trump’s plan on Wednesday, calling it “remarkable” and suggested that it should be explored, even though he did not clarify his thoughts on the specifics of the proposal.

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