Washington, D.C. – In a significant statement during a bilateral meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that the United States could take over the Gaza Strip as a “long-term ownership position.”
According to sources present at the meeting, Trump indicated that American control over Gaza could serve as a long-term solution to the ongoing conflict in the region. The remarks have sparked intense debate, with critics questioning the feasibility and implications of such a move.
The meeting between Trump and Netanyahu took place amid heightened tensions in the Middle East. While Netanyahu did not publicly respond to Trump’s suggestion, Israeli officials have long maintained that Gaza’s future should be determined in coordination with Israel’s security concerns.
Trump’s comments come at a time when the situation in Gaza remains highly volatile, with ongoing military operations and humanitarian challenges. The idea of a U.S. administration taking direct control over the region raises geopolitical concerns, particularly regarding international law and regional stability.
Neither the U.S. State Department nor the Israeli government has issued an official statement clarifying Trump’s remarks. However, political analysts suggest that such a proposal, if pursued, would face significant opposition from Palestinian leaders, regional allies, and the global community.
As the U.S. presidential race intensifies, Trump’s foreign policy positions are likely to remain a key topic of discussion, especially regarding America’s role in the Middle East.