Trump proposes 'long-term' US ownership of Gaza: 'We'll make sure that it's world class'

President Donald Trump proposed a controversial plan for the resettlement of displaced Palestinians during discussions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. He suggested a permanent resettlement outside of Gaza and indicated that the United States could take 'ownership' of the redevelopment efforts in the area. This proposal is expected to greatly impact ongoing negotiations aimed at extending the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas while also addressing the situation of hostages in Gaza.

President Donald Trump suggested that displaced Palestinians in Gaza be 'permanently' resettled outside the war-torn territory and proposed that the US take 'ownership' in redeveloping the area.

Mr Trump's audacious proposal appears certain to roil the next stage of talks meant to extend the tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Hamas and secure the release of the remaining hostages held in Gaza.

Read at Irish Independent