Trump's Gaza Plan Faces Broad Arab, Palestinian Rejection

During a visit to Qatar, President Donald Trump reiterated his proposal for the United States to take control of Gaza and transform it into a 'freedom zone,' referencing the territory's devastation after months of Israeli bombardment. Trump claimed U.S. involvement would bring development and safety, but his plan, which could involve displacing Gaza's 2.3 million residents, has been widely condemned by Palestinians, Arab states, and human rights organizations as a form of ethnic cleansing. Egypt and Jordan have firmly rejected resettlement, insisting Palestinians should remain in Gaza. Trump has not provided detailed plans for governance or the future of Hamas under his proposal. The remarks come amid stalled ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hamas and a worsening humanitarian crisis. Critics warn that the plan could deepen U.S. involvement in the conflict and undermine Palestinian self-determination.