Netanyahu praises Trump’s ‘bold’ view of Gaza’s future

Israel and the United States have common planning regarding Gaza, the Israeli Prime Minister said, praising the president’s “bold vision” after conversations with the head of American diplomacy ,. The Secretary of State, who starts his first trip through the Middle East, plans to defend the Republican President’s proposal to take the Gaza Strip and transfer his population to Egypt and Jordan. “We talked about Trump’s bold vision for Gaza’s future and we will work to ensure that this vision comes true,” Netanyahu told the press after the meeting.

Netanyahu added that both leaders have a “common strategy” for the future of the devastated Palestinian territory. The idea of ​​the US president is celebrated in Israel, but widely criticized by the international community. Rubio’s visit happens a day after the release of three Israeli hostages captured by Hamas on October 7, 2023 in exchange for 369 Palestinian prisoners held in Israel. The exchange was Friday since the truce came into force on January 19, after more than 15 months of war.

Netanyahu warned on Sunday that Israel would open “The Doors of Hell” in Gaza unless all hostages were returned, in tune with Trump, who said “Hell” would be installed if Hamas did not release them. During the night, Israel claimed to have received a loading of bombs manufactured in the United States. “At any time the fights can start over. We hope calm will continue and Egypt pressure on Israel to prevent them from restarting the war and moving people, ”said Nasser Al Astal, a 62 -year -old retired teacher from Khan Yunis in southern Gaza.

Washington, Israel’s main ally, declared its opening to hear alternative proposals from Arab governments, but insists that, for now, “the only plan is Trump’s plan.” Egyptian President Abdel Fatah Al Sissi said on Sunday that establishing a Palestinian state is “the only guarantee” of a lasting peace in the Middle East.

*With information from AFP
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