Saudi Arabia fumes at Netanyahu’s suggestion that its land can be used for a Palestinian state. Saudi Arabia said, the PM’s statement ‘aims to divert attention from Israel’s occupation'. Saudi Arabia slams ‘Israel’s ethnic cleansing against Palestinian brothers in Gaza’. A war of words has emerged over normalization of relations between Saudi and Israel. Watch to know more!

Netanyahu’s Suggestion On Establishing Palestinian State In Saudi Arabia Slammed

United States President Donald Trump has said Israel will hand over Gaza to the US after Palestinians have been resettled elsewhere in the region, doubling down on his controversial resettlement plan after administration officials tried to walk back the most contentious aspects of the proposal.

Donald Trump doubles down on Gaza ownership plan

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hailed US President Donald Trump's widely criticised plan to move Palestinians out of the war-battered Gaza Strip, saying Israel is willing to "do the job".
In a Fox News interview aired late Saturday as the premier was wrapping up a visit to Washington, Netanyahu defended Trump's proposal, which has sparked concern and condemnation across the Middle East and the world.
"I think that President Trump's proposal is the first fresh idea in years, and it has the potential to change everything in Gaza," Netanyahu said, adding that it represents a "correct approach" to the future of the Palestinian territory.
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"All Trump is saying, 'I want to open the gate and give them an option to relocate temporarily while we rebuild the place physically'," Netanyahu said.
Trump "never said he wants American troops to do the job. Guess what? We'll do the job," Netanyahu declared.
Israel seized the Gaza Strip in 1967 and maintained a military presence in the territory until 2005, when it pulled out settlers and its troops.
It subsequently imposed a crippling blockade on the Hamas-ruled territory and placed it under siege after the war began in October 2023.
Israel and armed groups in Gaza have fought several wars in recent years, but the latest &ndash; sparked by the unprecedented 2023 Hamas attack on Israel &ndash; has been the deadliest and most destructive.
Netanyahu said Trump's plan was a departure from the "same old, same old, same old &ndash; we leave, Gaza becomes again occupied by these terrorists who use it as a base to attack Israel... It doesn't go anywhere."
"I think we should pursue it," he added, cautioning that "the real issue" was finding a country that would agree to take in displaced Gazans.
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The Israeli leader also said that relocated Palestinians would have to "disavow terrorism" to be allowed to return to Gaza.
For Palestinians, any attempts to force them out of Gaza would evoke dark memories of what the Arab world calls the "Nakba", or catastrophe &ndash; the mass displacement of Palestinians during Israel's creation in 1948.
"Everybody describes Gaza as the biggest open-air prison in the world," Netanyahu said.
"Get the population out, allow them to leave. Not forcible eviction, not ethnic cleansing &ndash; getting people out of what all these countries and all these do-gooders say is an open-air prison. Why are you keeping them in prison?"
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World | Israel seized the Gaza Strip in 1967 and maintained a military presence in the territory until 2005, when it pulled out settlers and its troops.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has hailed US President Donald Trump's widely criticised plan to move Palestinians out of the war-battered Gaza Strip, saying Israel is willing to "do the job". In a Fox News interview aired late Saturday as the premier was wrapping up a visit to Washington, Netanyahu defended Trump's proposal, which has sparked concern and condemnation across the Middle East and the world. "I think that President Trump's proposal is the first fresh idea in years, and it has the potential to change everything in Gaza," Netanyahu said, adding that it represents a "correct approach" to the future of the Palestinian territory. Also read | Palestinians return north after Israel withdraws from Netzarim Corridor that split Gaza in two "All Trump is saying, 'I want to open the gate and give them an option to relocate temporarily while we rebuild the place physically'," Netanyahu said. Trump "never said he wants American troops to do the job. Guess what? We'll do the job," Netanyahu declared. Israel seized the Gaza Strip in 1967 and maintained a military presence in the territory until 2005, when it pulled out settlers and its troops. It subsequently imposed a crippling blockade on the Hamas-ruled territory and placed it under siege after the war began in October 2023. Israel and armed groups in Gaza have fought several wars in recent years, but the latest – sparked by the unprecedented 2023 Hamas attack on Israel – has been the deadliest and most destructive. Netanyahu said Trump's plan was a departure from the "same old, same old, same old – we leave, Gaza becomes again occupied by these terrorists who use it as a base to attack Israel... It doesn't go anywhere." "I think we should pursue it," he added, cautioning that "the real issue" was finding a country that would agree to take in displaced Gazans. Also read | Gaza ceasefire: Israel and Hamas to begin fifth hostage-prisoner exchange The Israeli leader also said that relocated Palestinians would have to "disavow terrorism" to be allowed to return to Gaza. For Palestinians, any attempts to force them out of Gaza would evoke dark memories of what the Arab world calls the "Nakba", or catastrophe – the mass displacement of Palestinians during Israel's creation in 1948. "Everybody describes Gaza as the biggest open-air prison in the world," Netanyahu said. "Get the population out, allow them to leave. Not forcible eviction, not ethnic cleansing – getting people out of what all these countries and all these do-gooders say is an open-air prison. Why are you keeping them in prison?" Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Israel PM says 'we'll do the job' on Trump’s plan to take Gaza

Israel has completed its withdrawal from the Netzarim corridor, reopening a key highway in Gaza. Meanwhile, Iran has strongly condemned former U.S. President Donald Trump's proposed plan to relocate Palestinians from Gaza, calling it a threat to West Asia.

Israel withdraws from Netzarim corridor, Iran slams Trump’s Gaza plan

Hamas is set to release three hostages, while Israel will free 183 inmates in return. The deal comes amid ongoing tensions, with the US approving a $7.4 billion arms sale to Israel.

Israel-Hamas War: Hamas to release three hostages as part of prisoner swap deal

Hamas is set to release three hostages, while Israel will free 183 inmates in return. The deal comes amid ongoing tensions, with the US approving a $7.4 billion arms sale to Israel. Meanwhile, Netanyahu praises Trump for new sanctions on the ICC.

Israel-Hamas War: Hamas to free three hostages as Israel releases 183 prisoners

Hamas' armed wing released the names of three captives it said would be freed on Saturday in a fifth hostage-prisoner swap. Watch this report for more details!

Hamas releases names of three Israeli hostages to be freed

From one Palestinian enclave to another Palestinian territory, Israel's war has moved from Gaza to the occupied West Bank.

Why is Israel bombing West Bank?

In our top story today, we ask if Trump's plan to take control of Gaza is possible. We decode the ground realities of Gaza and its neighbors.

'Gaza not for sale': Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant are reportedly in disagreement over the timing of the Hezbollah pager attack. The tension arises as differing opinions emerge on the security implications and strategic response to the incident, which has heightened concerns about potential escalation along Israel's northern border.

Israel's pager attack was ready long-before war: Yoav Gallant

Donald Trump has signed an executive order that authorises aggressive economic sanctions against the International Criminal Court (ICC), accusing the body of targeting the US and Israel.

Donald Trump imposes sanctions on ICC, accusing it of targeting US and Israel

Former Israeli defence minister Yoav Gallant speaks out in his first interview since being sacked, accusing Benjamin Netanyahu of hesitating in war decisions. Gallant claims Israel's pager attack was ready long before the war.

Yoav Gallant exposes Netanyahu’s war strategy in first interview since sacking

Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant speaks out in his first interview since being fired, accusing Benjamin Netanyahu of hesitation in war decisions. Gallant claims Israel's Pager attack was ready long before the war.

Gallant breaks silence after sacking, slams Netanyahu’s war decisions in explosive interview

Netanyahu and Gallant reportedly at odds over timing of Hezbollah pager attack

The Israeli Air Force On Benjamin Netanyahu's Order conducted a precise strike in Lebanese territory on two military sites that contained Hezbollah weapons, which were in violation of the ceasefire agreement. The IDF continues to operate to remove any threat to the State of Israel and will prevent any attempt by the Hezbollah terrorist organization to rebuild its forces, in accordance with the ceasefire understandings.

Israel-Lebanon war: IDF destroys Hezbollah's newly built military sites, truce at risk?

Israel Katz said Gazans should have ‘freedom of movement and migration’. Katz added that countries critical of Israel's war were ‘obligated’ to take them in. He slammed Spain, Ireland, and Norway over ‘hypocrisy’ if they refuse to take Gazans. Watch to know more!

Israel's defense minister orders IDF to prepare for Palestinians to leave Gaza

The Trump administration has revised its Gaza proposal following significant backlash from both domestic and international communities. Critics voiced concerns over the plan’s implications for the region's stability, prompting the administration to reevaluate its approach to the ongoing conflict.

Trump administration dials back Gaza proposal after backlash

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 5) said that Israel would turn over the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/gaza-war" rel="dofollow">Gaza Strip</a> to America at the conclusion of fighting, adding that no US soldiers would be needed.&nbsp;
In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that the Palestinians would have a chance to be happy, safe, and free.&nbsp;
"The Palestinians, people like Chuck Schumer, would have already been resettled in far safer and more beautiful communities, with new and modern homes, in the region. They would actually have a chance to be happy, safe, and free," Trump posted.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-to-offer-exit-options-for-palestinians-in-gaza-including-land-sea-and-air-routes-defence-minister-israel-katz-8695513" rel="dofollow">Israel to offer exit options for Gazans; Defence Minister says they can go to countries that 'levelled false claims' against Tel Aviv</a>
He added that the US would slowly and carefully begin the construction of what would become one of the greatest and most spectacular developments.&nbsp;
"No soldiers by the US would be needed! Stability for the region would reign!!!," he added.
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Trump, in a White House news conference on Tuesday along with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, proposed "long-term ownership" of Gaza by the United States, days after another shock suggestion, that the territory's residents should move to Jordan or Egypt.
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Trump also floated the idea of creating "the Riviera of the Middle East" in a rebuilt Gaza, but for Palestinians, the most crucial part of his proposal had to do with their feared displacement.
Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz told its military to prepare a plan to "allow Gazans who wish to leave to do so."&nbsp;
Katz said Gazans should have "freedom of movement and migration" and countries critical of Israel's war with Hamas were "obligated" to take them in.
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/a-generous-move-donald-trump-administartion-backtracks-from-us-presidents-gaza-take-over-remark-8694608" rel="dofollow"> Not 'hostile': Trump administration backtracks from US President's Gaza 'take over' remark</a>
"I have instructed the IDF (military) to prepare a plan to enable voluntary departure for Gaza residents," he said.
He added that the plan could help Gaza citizens who wish to leave their home country to "integrate optimally in host countries, and also facilitate the advancement of reconstruction programmes for a demilitarised, threat-free Gaza".
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump said that the US would slowly and carefully begin the construction of what would become one of the greatest and most spectacular developments. 

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Feb 5) said that Israel would turn over the Gaza Strip to America at the conclusion of fighting, adding that no US soldiers would be needed. In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that the Palestinians would have a chance to be happy, safe, and free. "The Palestinians, people like Chuck Schumer, would have already been resettled in far safer and more beautiful communities, with new and modern homes, in the region. They would actually have a chance to be happy, safe, and free," Trump posted. Also read: Israel to offer exit options for Gazans; Defence Minister says they can go to countries that 'levelled false claims' against Tel Aviv He added that the US would slowly and carefully begin the construction of what would become one of the greatest and most spectacular developments. "No soldiers by the US would be needed! Stability for the region would reign!!!," he added. Trump, in a White House news conference on Tuesday along with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, proposed "long-term ownership" of Gaza by the United States, days after another shock suggestion, that the territory's residents should move to Jordan or Egypt. Also read: After US, Israel announces departure from 'anti-semitic' UN Human Rights Council Trump also floated the idea of creating "the Riviera of the Middle East" in a rebuilt Gaza, but for Palestinians, the most crucial part of his proposal had to do with their feared displacement. Israel's Defence Minister Israel Katz told its military to prepare a plan to "allow Gazans who wish to leave to do so." Katz said Gazans should have "freedom of movement and migration" and countries critical of Israel's war with Hamas were "obligated" to take them in. Also read: Not 'hostile': Trump administration backtracks from US President's Gaza 'take over' remark "I have instructed the IDF (military) to prepare a plan to enable voluntary departure for Gaza residents," he said. He added that the plan could help Gaza citizens who wish to leave their home country to "integrate optimally in host countries, and also facilitate the advancement of reconstruction programmes for a demilitarised, threat-free Gaza". (With inputs from agencies)

'No US soldiers needed': Trump restates his takeover plan, says Israel would hand over Gaza after fighting

Donald Trump's proposal for a Gaza takeover has triggered international condemnation, with the UN chief warning against "ethnic cleansing." Palestinians, Arab nations, and European states have strongly rejected the plan, while the White House insists Trump is "not committed" to deploying troops

Trump's Gaza proposal sparks global backlash as UN warns of ‘ethnic cleansing’ concerns

Israel has alleged that UNRWA has links to Hamas, and participated in Oct 7 attack. Israel accuses UN Council of ‘demonizing’ the only democracy in the Middle East. Jew nation alleged body propagated antisemitism, instead of promoting human rights. Foreign Minister Sa’ar alleged that UNHRC has passed over 100 ’resolutions’ against Israel. Watch to know more!

After US, Israel halts participation in ‘Antisemitic’ UN Human Rights Council

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu meets U.S. Defence Secretary at the Pentagon, receiving an honor cordon. Discussions focus on the Gaza war, with Hegseth emphasizing "peace through strength."

Netanyahu meets U.S. defence chief Pete Hegseth

US President Donald Trump hosted Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House - the first foreign leader to visit Trump since he was inaugurated. Watch this report for more details!

Trump-Netanyahu Meet: Rousing welcome for Israeli PM Netanyahu at the White House

Trump-Netanyahu Meet: Netanyahu becomes first foreign leader to meet Trump

Hamas' secret documents have been recovered by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), making shocking allegations against the Palestinian militant group as it revealed that the group tortured and executed their own "terrorists" who allegedly had same-sex relations, the New York Post reported.&nbsp;
According to the report, the Hamas militants have also had same-sex relations with male Israeli victims of the<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/gaza-war" rel="dofollow"> October 7 attack</a>, raping them while holding them hostages.&nbsp;
The documents showed 94 Hamas recruits, charged with homosexual conversations, flirting with girls without a legal relationship and sodomy."&nbsp;
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Hamas reportedly had a list of recruits who failed to comply with its "morality checks" by engaging in homosexuality for which, they had to pay a heavy price.&nbsp;
Moreover, some of the charges also included child rape and torture.&nbsp;
The allegations further involved recruits to Hamas' intelligence, army, and the outfit's interior ministry.&nbsp;
They said that the new members were eventually dismissed as "unacceptable" by the group due to their actions.&nbsp;
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One of the allegations said, "He (one of the accused Hamas fighters) constantly curses God. Information was received that he sexually harassed a young child," the New York Post reported.&nbsp;
According to the report, another alleged, "He has romantic relationships on Facebook. He never prays. He is behaviourally and morally deviant," it said, using Hamas' word for gay.
However, it is unclear what happened to these "unacceptable" Hamas recruits, but is known that homosexuality is illegal in Gaza and can put you in prison for years, or even death.&nbsp;
In 2016, former Hamas commander Mahmoud Ishtiwi was executed after he was accused of engaging in homosexuality.&nbsp;
His confession and testimony of the brutality that he faced were also mentioned in the secret documents.
Hamas executed Ishtiwi by shooting three bullets in his chest after keeping him in prison and torturing him for around a year.&nbsp;
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The New York Post reported that he was also hung by his hands and legs for hours during his time in prison.&nbsp;
In the documents, religious leaders said, "Committing the crime of sodomy in a hideous manner while he is married to two women. This is more heinous than adultery and it has been described as obscenity in the Quran more than once. Sodomy receives its punishment at the very least, which is stoning to death."
The NY Post cited a source saying that homosexuality is "deeply against" Hamas' religion, saying that it would bring them "much shame".
(With inputs from agencies)

World: According to the report, the Hamas militants have also had same-sex relations with male Israeli victims of the October 7 attack, raping them while holding them hostages. 

Hamas' secret documents have been recovered by the Israel Defence Forces (IDF), making shocking allegations against the Palestinian militant group as it revealed that the group tortured and executed their own "terrorists" who allegedly had same-sex relations, the New York Post reported. According to the report, the Hamas militants have also had same-sex relations with male Israeli victims of the October 7 attack, raping them while holding them hostages. The documents showed 94 Hamas recruits, charged with homosexual conversations, flirting with girls without a legal relationship and sodomy." Also read: Gaza ceasefire: Hamas releases three Israeli hostages in exchange for 183 Palestinian prisoners Hamas reportedly had a list of recruits who failed to comply with its "morality checks" by engaging in homosexuality for which, they had to pay a heavy price. Moreover, some of the charges also included child rape and torture. The allegations further involved recruits to Hamas' intelligence, army, and the outfit's interior ministry. They said that the new members were eventually dismissed as "unacceptable" by the group due to their actions. Also read: Hamas confirms death of military leader Mohammed Deif, six months after Israel targeted him One of the allegations said, "He (one of the accused Hamas fighters) constantly curses God. Information was received that he sexually harassed a young child," the New York Post reported. According to the report, another alleged, "He has romantic relationships on Facebook. He never prays. He is behaviourally and morally deviant," it said, using Hamas' word for gay. However, it is unclear what happened to these "unacceptable" Hamas recruits, but is known that homosexuality is illegal in Gaza and can put you in prison for years, or even death. In 2016, former Hamas commander Mahmoud Ishtiwi was executed after he was accused of engaging in homosexuality. His confession and testimony of the brutality that he faced were also mentioned in the secret documents. Hamas executed Ishtiwi by shooting three bullets in his chest after keeping him in prison and torturing him for around a year. Also read: 'Will find and deport you': Trump to sign order cancelling student visas of 'Hamas sympathisers' The New York Post reported that he was also hung by his hands and legs for hours during his time in prison. In the documents, religious leaders said, "Committing the crime of sodomy in a hideous manner while he is married to two women. This is more heinous than adultery and it has been described as obscenity in the Quran more than once. Sodomy receives its punishment at the very least, which is stoning to death." The NY Post cited a source saying that homosexuality is "deeply against" Hamas' religion, saying that it would bring them "much shame". (With inputs from agencies)

Hamas 'tortured, executed' own fighters over same-sex relations, secret documents reveal: Report

US President Donald Trump's proposal of taking over and owning the Gaza Strip sparked worldwide criticism, with countries slamming Trump's move and calling it a "forced transfer" or "unacceptable issue".
Trump while holding a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that the US would take over and own the Gaza Strip, and deploy American troops in the region if necessary.
His announcement followed a permanent resettlement plan for two million Palestinians living in Gaza to neighbouring countries.
Also read:<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-vows-to-take-over-gaza-says-palestinians-can-live-in-harmony-elsewhere-8691504" rel="dofollow"> 'We will own it': Donald Trump vows to 'take over' Gaza in press conference with Netanyahu</a>
<h2>Hamas says 'will only put oil in fire'</h2>
<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/hamas" rel="dofollow">Hamas</a> said that the US President's proposal "will only put oil in the fire".
The Palestinian militant group added, "Our Palestinian people ... will not allow any state in the world to occupy our land or impose guardianship on our great Palestinian people who have offered rivers of blood to liberate our land from occupation and to establish our state with Jerusalem as its capital."
<h2>Palestinian Authority rejects Trump's plan</h2>
Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas slammed Trump's proposal, expressing strong rejection of calls to seize the Gaza Strip and displace Palestinians outside their homeland.&nbsp;
Abbas's office said in a statement, adding that "legitimate Palestinian rights are not negotiable".
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahead-of-trump-netanyahu-meet-white-house-official-calls-gaza-a-demolition-site-8691243" rel="dofollow">Ahead of Trump-Netanyahu meet, White House official calls Gaza a &lsquo;demolition site&rsquo;</a>
<h2>United Nations says 'very surprising'</h2>
The head of the United Nations refugee agency called Trump's statement "very surprising".&nbsp;
Filippo Grandi, the United Nations high commissioner for refugees, told AFP that it was not "clear" what Trump's idea entailed, which made it difficult to comment on such a "sensitive issue".&nbsp;
<h2>Israel says plan 'could change history'</h2>
Israeli PM Netanyahu said that it was worth paying attention to this idea and that US control of the Gaza Strip "could change history".&nbsp;
Further, Israel's far-right minister Bezalel Smotrich vowed to "definitively bury...the dangerous idea of a Palestinian state".
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-on-historic-us-visit-to-discuss-gaza-ceasefire-with-trump-hamas-signals-readiness-for-next-phase-8687643" rel="dofollow">Netanyahu to discuss Gaza ceasefire with President Trump during &lsquo;historic&rsquo; US visit</a>
<h2>Saudi Arabia says it won't establish ties with Israel without...'</h2>
Saudi Arabian foreign ministry, in a statement, rejected any attempts to displace the Palestinians from their land. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has affirmed the kingdom&rsquo;s position in a "clear and explicit manner" that does not allow for any interpretation under any circumstances.&rdquo;
"His Royal Highness emphasised that Saudi Arabia will continue its relentless efforts to establish an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, and will not establish diplomatic relations with Israel without that," the ministry added.&nbsp;
<h2>United Kingdom says 'Palestinians must be allowed home'</h2>
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the Palestinians must be allowed home, adding that "they must be allowed to rebuild, and we should be with them in that rebuild on the way to a two-state solution.&rdquo;
<h2>France says Gaza not be controlled by 'third party'</h2>
The French Foreign Ministry said that Gaza should not be controlled by a "third party".&nbsp;
"France will continue to campaign for the implementation of the two-state solution, the only one that can guarantee long-term peace and security for Israelis and Palestinians alike," the ministry said.
<h2>China opposes 'forced transfer'</h2>
China's foreign ministry spokesman said that it opposed the "forced transfer" of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;
"China has always maintained that Palestinian rule over Palestinians is the basic principle of the post-war governance of Gaza," Lin Jian said.&nbsp;
<h2>Turkey calls it 'unacceptable issue'</h2>
Turkey slammed Trump's proposal and called it an "unacceptable issue".&nbsp;
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told the official news agency Anadolu that relocating Palestinians from Gaza was something "neither we nor the region can accept". He added it was "wrong to even bring it up for discussion".
<h2>Egypt reaffirms support to PA</h2>
Egypt reaffirmed support to Palestinian Authority president Mahmud Abbas, and called for the authority to govern the Gaza Strip.&nbsp;
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called for the swift reconstruction of Gaza, without the displacement of Palestinians.
<h2>Brazil calls it 'almost incomprehensible'</h2>
Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva called Trump's idea "something almost incomprehensible".&nbsp;
He further said that "what happened in Gaza was a genocide, and honestly, I don't know if the United States, which is involved in all this (in terms of support for Israel) would be the best placed to take care of Gaza."
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Trump while holding a meeting with Netanyahu vowed that the US would take over and own the Gaza Strip, and deploy American troops in the region if necessary.

US President Donald Trump's proposal of taking over and owning the Gaza Strip sparked worldwide criticism, with countries slamming Trump's move and calling it a "forced transfer" or "unacceptable issue". Trump while holding a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed that the US would take over and own the Gaza Strip, and deploy American troops in the region if necessary. His announcement followed a permanent resettlement plan for two million Palestinians living in Gaza to neighbouring countries. Also read: 'We will own it': Donald Trump vows to 'take over' Gaza in press conference with Netanyahu Hamas says 'will only put oil in fire' Hamas said that the US President's proposal "will only put oil in the fire". The Palestinian militant group added, "Our Palestinian people ... will not allow any state in the world to occupy our land or impose guardianship on our great Palestinian people who have offered rivers of blood to liberate our land from occupation and to establish our state with Jerusalem as its capital." Palestinian Authority rejects Trump's plan Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas slammed Trump's proposal, expressing strong rejection of calls to seize the Gaza Strip and displace Palestinians outside their homeland. Abbas's office said in a statement, adding that "legitimate Palestinian rights are not negotiable". Also read: Ahead of Trump-Netanyahu meet, White House official calls Gaza a ‘demolition site’ United Nations says 'very surprising' The head of the United Nations refugee agency called Trump's statement "very surprising". Filippo Grandi, the United Nations high commissioner for refugees, told AFP that it was not "clear" what Trump's idea entailed, which made it difficult to comment on such a "sensitive issue". Israel says plan 'could change history' Israeli PM Netanyahu said that it was worth paying attention to this idea and that US control of the Gaza Strip "could change history". Further, Israel's far-right minister Bezalel Smotrich vowed to "definitively bury...the dangerous idea of a Palestinian state". Also read: Netanyahu to discuss Gaza ceasefire with President Trump during ‘historic’ US visit Saudi Arabia says it won't establish ties with Israel without...' Saudi Arabian foreign ministry, in a statement, rejected any attempts to displace the Palestinians from their land. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has affirmed the kingdom’s position in a "clear and explicit manner" that does not allow for any interpretation under any circumstances.” "His Royal Highness emphasised that Saudi Arabia will continue its relentless efforts to establish an independent Palestinian state with East Jerusalem as its capital, and will not establish diplomatic relations with Israel without that," the ministry added. United Kingdom says 'Palestinians must be allowed home' UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the Palestinians must be allowed home, adding that "they must be allowed to rebuild, and we should be with them in that rebuild on the way to a two-state solution.” France says Gaza not be controlled by 'third party' The French Foreign Ministry said that Gaza should not be controlled by a "third party". "France will continue to campaign for the implementation of the two-state solution, the only one that can guarantee long-term peace and security for Israelis and Palestinians alike," the ministry said. China opposes 'forced transfer' China's foreign ministry spokesman said that it opposed the "forced transfer" of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. "China has always maintained that Palestinian rule over Palestinians is the basic principle of the post-war governance of Gaza," Lin Jian said. Turkey calls it 'unacceptable issue' Turkey slammed Trump's proposal and called it an "unacceptable issue". Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told the official news agency Anadolu that relocating Palestinians from Gaza was something "neither we nor the region can accept". He added it was "wrong to even bring it up for discussion". Egypt reaffirms support to PA Egypt reaffirmed support to Palestinian Authority president Mahmud Abbas, and called for the authority to govern the Gaza Strip. Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty called for the swift reconstruction of Gaza, without the displacement of Palestinians. Brazil calls it 'almost incomprehensible' Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva called Trump's idea "something almost incomprehensible". He further said that "what happened in Gaza was a genocide, and honestly, I don't know if the United States, which is involved in all this (in terms of support for Israel) would be the best placed to take care of Gaza." (With inputs from agencies)

‘Will only put oil on fire’: Trump’s proposal for Gaza takeover faces international backlash

There's a long history to the Israel-Palestine conflict dating back decades, showing no signs of winding down. Going forward, here are some points to help us understand the long-standing war. Watch in for more details!

Israel-Gaza conflict: A brief history explained

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Feb 5) said that he would not like <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/iran-nuclear-weapon" rel="dofollow">Iran</a> to have nuclear weapons, but would prefer a "Verified Nuclear Peace Agreement" on which the US should begin working on it "immediately".&nbsp;
Trump shared a post on Truth Social, saying that he wants Iran to be a "great and successful country".&nbsp;
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He further rejected the reports saying the US, working in conjunction with Israel, is going to blow Iran into smithereens, and called it "greatly exaggerated".&nbsp;
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"Reports that the United States, working in conjunction with Israel, is going to blow Iran into smithereens, ARE GREATLY EXAGGERATED. I would much prefer a Verified Nuclear Peace Agreement, which will let Iran peacefully grow and prosper," Trump posted on Truth Social.&nbsp;
"We should start working on it immediately, and have a big Middle East Celebration when it is signed and completed," he added in the post.&nbsp;
Netanyahu visited the White House on Tuesday to meet US President Donald Trump and hold a meeting with him.&nbsp;
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Netanyahu suggested that Trump's "willingness to think outside the box with fresh ideas" will help the Jewish nation achieve its goals of eliminating Hamas amid the ongoing war in Gaza.
<h2>'Iran would be obliterated'</h2>
Trump on Tuesday said that he has given his advisers instructions to obliterate Iran if it assassinates him.&nbsp;
"If they did that, they would be obliterated. I've left instructions. If they do it, they get obliterated, there won&rsquo;t be anything left," he said.
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The US officials said that a threat from Iran against the US president led to intensified security measures in the days leading up to his July campaign rally in Pennsylvania, when he was shot in the ear.&nbsp;
Moreover, on Tuesday, Trump announced the reinstatement of his administration's "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran, what he called a strategy aimed at curbing Tehran's nuclear ambitions by targeting its vital oil exports.&nbsp;
This just comes after Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump rejected the reports saying the US, working in conjunction with Israel, is going to blow Iran into smithereens, and called it "greatly exaggerated". 

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Feb 5) said that he would not like Iran to have nuclear weapons, but would prefer a "Verified Nuclear Peace Agreement" on which the US should begin working on it "immediately". Trump shared a post on Truth Social, saying that he wants Iran to be a "great and successful country". He further rejected the reports saying the US, working in conjunction with Israel, is going to blow Iran into smithereens, and called it "greatly exaggerated". Also read: Iran looking for quick ways to build nuclear weapon, says US: Report "Reports that the United States, working in conjunction with Israel, is going to blow Iran into smithereens, ARE GREATLY EXAGGERATED. I would much prefer a Verified Nuclear Peace Agreement, which will let Iran peacefully grow and prosper," Trump posted on Truth Social. "We should start working on it immediately, and have a big Middle East Celebration when it is signed and completed," he added in the post. Netanyahu visited the White House on Tuesday to meet US President Donald Trump and hold a meeting with him. Also read: Trump re-designates Iranian-backed Houthi rebels as ‘foreign terrorist organisation’ Netanyahu suggested that Trump's "willingness to think outside the box with fresh ideas" will help the Jewish nation achieve its goals of eliminating Hamas amid the ongoing war in Gaza. 'Iran would be obliterated' Trump on Tuesday said that he has given his advisers instructions to obliterate Iran if it assassinates him. "If they did that, they would be obliterated. I've left instructions. If they do it, they get obliterated, there won’t be anything left," he said. Also read: Yemen's Houthi rebels call US 'terrorist organisation' label 'bias for Israel', Iran condemns move The US officials said that a threat from Iran against the US president led to intensified security measures in the days leading up to his July campaign rally in Pennsylvania, when he was shot in the ear. Moreover, on Tuesday, Trump announced the reinstatement of his administration's "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran, what he called a strategy aimed at curbing Tehran's nuclear ambitions by targeting its vital oil exports. This just comes after Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (With inputs from agencies)

'Exaggerated': Trump on reports of US blowing Iran into smithereens, calls for 'nuclear peace agreement'

US President Donald Trump has once again become a talk of social media after a video of him was shared. In the video, he is seen pulling a chair for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the White House on Tuesday.&nbsp;
Netizens reacted to the video, some of them criticising the move, while some called him a "gentleman".
One user posted the video with the caption, "You are president of the US, not Netanyahu's slave." He added, "Netanyahu humiliated Trump and America today."
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🚨🇮🇱🇺🇸 NETANYAHU HUMILIATED TRUMP &amp; AMERICA TODAY! YOU ARE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, NOT NETANYAHU'S SLAVE <a href="https://twitter.com/realDonaldTrump?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@realDonaldTrump</a>! <a href="https://t.co/pLd04EMwQi">pic.twitter.com/pLd04EMwQi</a>
&mdash; Jackson Hinkle 🇺🇸 (@jacksonhinklle) <a href="https://twitter.com/jacksonhinklle/status/1887083806017847507?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
While another user questioned, "Who's the President of the United States?
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Who's President of the United States?<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Netanyahu?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Netanyahu</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Trump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Trump</a> <a href="https://t.co/N9BM1JoDYj">pic.twitter.com/N9BM1JoDYj</a>
&mdash; elina e (@elina_e6031) <a href="https://twitter.com/elina_e6031/status/1887062136288899362?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
While the users commented on the viral posts, calling Trump a "waiter" at a restaurant serving Netanyahu.&nbsp;
Another post went viral, in which the user captioned, "The real president of US. World is being ruled by some evil billionaires and Jew Bankers who employ people like Netanyahu who then employs people like Trump, Biden, Farage, Bedinoch, and Starmer."
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The real president of US. World is being ruled by some evil billionaires and Jew Bankers who employ people like Netanyahu who then employs people like Trump, Biden, Farage, Bedinoch and Starmer. <a href="https://t.co/IWVy8t85GM">pic.twitter.com/IWVy8t85GM</a>
&mdash; Dr F N. (@boredtweeple) <a href="https://twitter.com/boredtweeple/status/1887067805599621339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
One user posted, "From the President of the United States to a waiter for an Israeli official."&nbsp;
Trump and Netanyahu met in the United States on Tuesday and held a joint press conference, addressing issues including the Gaza ceasefire and Iran.&nbsp;
Both leaders discussed the fate of Gaza, in which Trump vowed that the US would "take over" and "own" the Gaza Strip and deploy American troops in the region if necessary.
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Trump said Palestinians could live their lives in &ldquo;peace and harmony&rdquo; somewhere else, and added, "The US will take over the Gaza Strip and we will do a job with it, too. We&rsquo;ll own it and be responsible for dismantling all of the dangerous unexploded bombs and other weapons on the site."&nbsp;
The US President's announcement followed a permanent resettlement plan for two million Palestinians living in Gaza to neighbouring countries.
The Israeli PM responded to the US president's announcement and said the takeover of Gaza by the US is "worthwhile" to pursue.
&ldquo;He sees a different future for that piece of land that has been the focus of so much terrorism, so much, so many attacks against us, so many, so many trials and so many tribulations,&rdquo; Netanyahu said in a press briefing.&nbsp;
The Israeli PM said that Trump's idea could "change history"
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<h2>Netanyahu gifts Trump 'golden pager'</h2>
The Israeli prime minister reportedly gifted US President Donald Trump a golden pager and a regular one, during his meeting at the White House. The gift was a reference to the deadly operation that decimated the Hezbollah terror group.&nbsp;
"That was a great operation,&rdquo; Trump responded, according to a Channel 12 report.&nbsp;
In a gesture of return gift, Trump gave Netanyahu a photo of the two of them from the visit, with the dedication &ldquo;To Bibi, a great leader.&rdquo;
(With inputs from agencies)

World Trending: One user posted the video with the caption, "You are president of the US, not Netanyahu's slave.". He added, "Netanyahu humiliated Trump and America today."

US President Donald Trump has once again become a talk of social media after a video of him was shared. In the video, he is seen pulling a chair for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit to the White House on Tuesday. Netizens reacted to the video, some of them criticising the move, while some called him a "gentleman". One user posted the video with the caption, "You are president of the US, not Netanyahu's slave." He added, "Netanyahu humiliated Trump and America today." Also read: 'That was a great operation': Trump says as Netanyahu gifts US president a golden pager 🚨🇮🇱🇺🇸 NETANYAHU HUMILIATED TRUMP & AMERICA TODAY! YOU ARE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES, NOT NETANYAHU'S SLAVE @realDonaldTrump! pic.twitter.com/pLd04EMwQi — Jackson Hinkle 🇺🇸 (@jacksonhinklle) February 5, 2025 While another user questioned, "Who's the President of the United States? Who's President of the United States?#Netanyahu #Trump pic.twitter.com/N9BM1JoDYj — elina e (@elina_e6031) February 5, 2025 While the users commented on the viral posts, calling Trump a "waiter" at a restaurant serving Netanyahu. Another post went viral, in which the user captioned, "The real president of US. World is being ruled by some evil billionaires and Jew Bankers who employ people like Netanyahu who then employs people like Trump, Biden, Farage, Bedinoch, and Starmer." Also read: 'We will own it': Donald Trump vows to 'take over' Gaza in press conference with Netanyahu The real president of US. World is being ruled by some evil billionaires and Jew Bankers who employ people like Netanyahu who then employs people like Trump, Biden, Farage, Bedinoch and Starmer. pic.twitter.com/IWVy8t85GM — Dr F N. (@boredtweeple) February 5, 2025 One user posted, "From the President of the United States to a waiter for an Israeli official." Trump and Netanyahu met in the United States on Tuesday and held a joint press conference, addressing issues including the Gaza ceasefire and Iran. Both leaders discussed the fate of Gaza, in which Trump vowed that the US would "take over" and "own" the Gaza Strip and deploy American troops in the region if necessary. Also read: Netanyahu to meet Trump as Israel, Hamas await talks for Gaza truce phase 2 Trump said Palestinians could live their lives in “peace and harmony” somewhere else, and added, "The US will take over the Gaza Strip and we will do a job with it, too. We’ll own it and be responsible for dismantling all of the dangerous unexploded bombs and other weapons on the site." The US President's announcement followed a permanent resettlement plan for two million Palestinians living in Gaza to neighbouring countries. The Israeli PM responded to the US president's announcement and said the takeover of Gaza by the US is "worthwhile" to pursue. “He sees a different future for that piece of land that has been the focus of so much terrorism, so much, so many attacks against us, so many, so many trials and so many tribulations,” Netanyahu said in a press briefing. The Israeli PM said that Trump's idea could "change history" Also read: ‘We’re just getting started’: White House recaps two weeks of Trump presidency in 95 seconds Netanyahu gifts Trump 'golden pager' The Israeli prime minister reportedly gifted US President Donald Trump a golden pager and a regular one, during his meeting at the White House. The gift was a reference to the deadly operation that decimated the Hezbollah terror group. "That was a great operation,” Trump responded, according to a Channel 12 report. In a gesture of return gift, Trump gave Netanyahu a photo of the two of them from the visit, with the dedication “To Bibi, a great leader.” (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: As Trump pulls a chair for Netanyahu, netizens ask 'Who's president of United States?'

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday reportedly gifted US President Donald Trump a golden pager and a regular one, during his meeting at the White House.&nbsp;
The gift was a reference to the deadly operation that hit the Hezbollah terror group hard.&nbsp;
"That was a great operation,&rdquo; Trump responded, according to a Channel 12 report.&nbsp;
Israel PM&rsquo;s office has confirmed that Netanyahu gifted Trump a golden pager during the White House meeting. Pictures of the pager are being circulated widely on the internet. Take a look:
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a golden pager gifted to president trump from israel pm netanyahu during their washington meeting <a href="https://t.co/gXnRGBGDYm">pic.twitter.com/gXnRGBGDYm</a>
&mdash; ian bremmer (@ianbremmer) <a href="https://twitter.com/ianbremmer/status/1887593011443298584?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 6, 2025</a></blockquote>
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-vows-to-take-over-gaza-says-palestinians-can-live-in-harmony-elsewhere-8691504" rel="dofollow">'We will own it': Donald Trump vows to 'take over' Gaza in press conference with Netanyahu</a>
In a gesture of return gift, Trump gave Netanyahu a photo of the two of them from the visit, with the dedication &ldquo;To Bibi, a great leader.&rdquo;
In September last year, thousands of pagers used by Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon exploded and killed and injured dozens of them.&nbsp;
A day after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?title=pager+" rel="dofollow">pager attack</a>, hundreds of walkie-talkies exploded, which killed many people.&nbsp;
Iran and Hezbollah accused Israel of orchestrating the blasts, setting off explosions in pagers that Hezbollah members used as a discreet communication method to avoid Israeli surveillance.
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Two months later, Israel's Netanyahu officially took responsibility for the attack.
Combined, these operations resulted in approximately 30 deaths, including two children, and left around 3,000 people injured. The strikes were conducted shortly after Israel declared its intent to expand its military efforts against Hezbollah along the Lebanon border.
Netanyahu and Trump met in the White House on Tuesday and held a joint press briefing.&nbsp;
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During the meeting, Trump vowed that the United States would "take over" and "own" the Gaza Strip and deploy American troops in the region if necessary.&nbsp;
Adding that Palestinians could live their lives in &ldquo;peace and harmony&rdquo; somewhere else, Trump said, "The US will take over the Gaza Strip and we will do a job with it, too. We&rsquo;ll own it and be responsible for dismantling all of the dangerous unexploded bombs and other weapons on the site."&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: In a gesture of return gift, US President Donald Trump gave Netanyahu a photo of the two of them from the visit, with the dedication “To Bibi, a great leader.”

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday reportedly gifted US President Donald Trump a golden pager and a regular one, during his meeting at the White House. The gift was a reference to the deadly operation that hit the Hezbollah terror group hard. "That was a great operation,” Trump responded, according to a Channel 12 report. Israel PM’s office has confirmed that Netanyahu gifted Trump a golden pager during the White House meeting. Pictures of the pager are being circulated widely on the internet. Take a look: a golden pager gifted to president trump from israel pm netanyahu during their washington meeting pic.twitter.com/gXnRGBGDYm — ian bremmer (@ianbremmer) February 6, 2025 Also read: 'We will own it': Donald Trump vows to 'take over' Gaza in press conference with Netanyahu In a gesture of return gift, Trump gave Netanyahu a photo of the two of them from the visit, with the dedication “To Bibi, a great leader.” In September last year, thousands of pagers used by Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon exploded and killed and injured dozens of them. A day after the pager attack, hundreds of walkie-talkies exploded, which killed many people. Iran and Hezbollah accused Israel of orchestrating the blasts, setting off explosions in pagers that Hezbollah members used as a discreet communication method to avoid Israeli surveillance. Also read: Ahead of Trump-Netanyahu meet, White House official calls Gaza a ‘demolition site’ Two months later, Israel's Netanyahu officially took responsibility for the attack. Combined, these operations resulted in approximately 30 deaths, including two children, and left around 3,000 people injured. The strikes were conducted shortly after Israel declared its intent to expand its military efforts against Hezbollah along the Lebanon border. Netanyahu and Trump met in the White House on Tuesday and held a joint press briefing. Also read: Netanyahu skips Gaza ceasefire talks deadline with Hamas to meet Trump During the meeting, Trump vowed that the United States would "take over" and "own" the Gaza Strip and deploy American troops in the region if necessary. Adding that Palestinians could live their lives in “peace and harmony” somewhere else, Trump said, "The US will take over the Gaza Strip and we will do a job with it, too. We’ll own it and be responsible for dismantling all of the dangerous unexploded bombs and other weapons on the site." (With inputs from agencies)

‘That was a great operation’: Trump says as Netanyahu gifts golden pager to US president

US President Donald Trump vowed that the United States would "take over" and "own" the Gaza Strip and deploy American troops in the region if necessary. Trump's surprising statement came during a joint press briefing with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday (Feb 4). Watch in for more details!

Trump-Netanyahu meet: Trump sees 'long-term ownership' of Gaza by US'

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday (February 4) that the US will take over the Gaza Strip once Palestinians were relocated elsewhere and develop it economically, a move that would upend decades of US policy toward the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Trump revealed his unexpected idea at a joint press conference with visiting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but would not provide specifics. Watch to know more!

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