Elation, confusion mark Israel's reaction to Trump's Gaza comments
Briefly

Recent comments by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Gaza have sparked confusion and mixed reactions among Israeli political factions and the public. While the far-right and ultra-Orthodox groups see potential in U.S. oversight for reconstruction geared towards benefiting Israel, analysts point out the impracticality and consequences of Trump's proposals. A poll indicates a significant divergence in support for Trump's ideas against the belief in their actual implementation. Existing agreements, like the recent ceasefire deal, further complicate the political landscape, disappointing factions that wanted to continue military actions.
The extreme right and ultra-Orthodox factions of Israeli politics believe displacing Gaza's population could pave the way for a U.S. overseen reconstruction benefiting Israel.
While 72% of Israelis supported Trump's idea of U.S. control over Gaza, only 35% believed it would be implemented.
Dysfunction in Trump's remarks highlights his disconnection from realities on the ground, noting potential repercussions for Israelis in settlements across the West Bank.
The extreme right was disappointed by the ceasefire deal, which halted the bombing of Gaza, as they sought to continue until full control was achieved.
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