On February 4, 2025, former U.S. President Donald Trump said he wants the United States to take ownership of the Gaza Strip. He made this statement during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House.
Trump suggested moving the people of Gaza to other countries, like Egypt and Jordan. He said the U.S. could rebuild Gaza and turn it into a rich and beautiful place. He also said American troops might be needed to help clean up the area.
Many people around the world strongly disagreed with Trump’s idea. Palestinian leaders and countries in the Middle East called it unfair and illegal. Egypt and Jordan refused to take in people from Gaza. Experts said this plan could break international laws.
Netanyahu supported Trump’s idea, but many countries, including Saudi Arabia, said they still believe in a two-state solution where Palestinians have their own country.
Trump’s plan has caused a big debate, and it is not clear what will happen next.