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Trump’s Gaza Proposal Sparks Debate: US Control Without Troops On The Ground?

Trump’s proposal for US control of Gaza has drawn global attention. While officials stress no troop commitment, critics debate its feasibility. Trump insists the plan is well-received, despite widespread condemnation.

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Trump’s Gaza Proposal Sparks Debate: US Control Without Troops On The Ground?

In the wake of President Donald Trump’s divisive proposal for a US-controlled Gaza, the White House clarified Wednesday that he has yet to commit himself to deploying American troops to the Palestinian enclave, though it refused to rule it out entirely. Trump made the announcement during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, where he suggested that the US could temporarily take control of Gaza to oversee its reconstruction.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the US has made no final decision about sending US troops to Gaza. She said the president does believe that the US should play a role in the rebuilding of Gaza, for regional stability purposes, but that “does not necessarily mean ‘boots on the ground.

Trump has been receiving widespread international condemnation over his proposal. The US president, however, defended his plan by referring to it as “everybody loves it,” referring to his idea that the United States take the reins of Gaza’s reconstruction process. Trump also claimed that the proposal was an opportunity to clear debris, remove unexploded munitions, and help rebuild homes and businesses so the Palestinians could eventually return to the area.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio concurred with this plan, termed it a “generous gesture” aimed to provide relief as well as safety while Gaza can be rebuilt again. Rubio assured that the “temporary relocation,” which is another term for resettlement, means the people do not have to leave Gaza.

According to Leavitt, who referred to Trump as an “outside-the-box thinker” and a “visionary leader,” the White House still continues to pursue its larger aim of eradicating Hamas and establishing permanent peace in the area. The plan remains at the development stage, and further details will be discussed in subsequent sessions.