Trump reaffirmed his plan to take control of Gaza, stating "We're going to have Gaza... We're going to take it, hold it, cherish it."
By Aniket Chakraborty
Feb 14, 2025
During his meeting with Jordan's King Abdullah II, Trump denied plans to personally develop property in Gaza despite his real estate background.
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Trump suggested Palestinians would willingly leave Gaza due to current terrible living conditions, citing collapsed buildings and ongoing casualties.
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King Abdullah II pushed back against Trump's plan, emphasizing Jordan's position against Palestinian displacement from Gaza and the West Bank.
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Jordan's King offered to take in 2,000 sick children with cancer as an immediate humanitarian gesture.
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Trump indicated other Middle Eastern states could rebuild sections of Gaza, describing future development as "beautiful" with global residents.
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The plan faced international opposition from multiple countries including Jordan, Saudi Arabia, France, Spain, and others who voiced concerns about forced displacement.
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Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas called for UN protection, stating Trump's plan would violate international law.
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Egypt announced plans to present a "comprehensive vision" for Gaza's reconstruction while ensuring Palestinians remain on their land.
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Trump expressed growing impatience with the Israel-Hamas ceasefire after seeing recently released hostages who he described as looking like "Holocaust survivors."