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Trump declares US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip, sparking widespread criticism – live


US president says Palestinians should move to neighbouring countries and declines to rule out sending US troops during news conference alongside Israeli PM

Trump says US will ‘take over’ Gaza Strip in shock announcement during Netanyahu visit

“Gaza MUST BE FREE from Hamas,” Rubio wrote in a post on X, “As @POTUS shared today, the United States stands ready to lead and Make Gaza Beautiful Again. Our pursuit is one of lasting peace in the region for all people.”

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib has joined a chorus of criticism from US Democrats of Trump’s plan to resettle Palestinians outside of Gaza, likening the proposal to “ethnic cleansing”.

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Author : Kate Lamb

Publish date : 2025-02-05 04:27:00

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