Israel Reportedly Plans Full Gaza Occupation, Displacement of 900,000 Palestinians

Israel is preparing a comprehensive plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip, starting with Gaza City and aiming to displace nearly one million residents, a move described as potentially triggering a humanitarian catastrophe. The plan, reportedly favored by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, includes a so-called “voluntary evacuation” period before military operations, though past experiences suggest forced displacement is likely. Israeli military preparations involve creating temporary settlements and control over humanitarian aid, with significant funding allocated and involvement from the United States, including anticipated aid announcements by President Donald Trump. The plan faces internal opposition from Israeli military leadership, including Chief of General Staff Eyal Zamir, but the government appears poised to proceed despite these warnings. Experts suggest the occupation plan aligns with a broader strategy to expel Palestinians from Gaza, a costly initiative estimated to require billions annually and linked to Trump's vision of a transformed Gaza region. Meanwhile, the humanitarian situation deteriorates rapidly, with deadly incidents at aid distribution points and widespread starvation, as Israel expands its military operations and issues evacuation orders within Gaza.