Israel’s defence minister, Israel Katz, has called on former President Donald Trump to back plans that would forcibly relocate Palestinians from Gaza, framing the move as a necessary step to resolve the conflict. Speaking at a Ynet‑Yedioth Ahronoth conference, Katz asserted that no viable solution exists without mass migration, and that the Israeli government is ready to use sea, air, and other means to execute the expulsion. The proposal has sparked widespread condemnation, with critics labeling it a potential war crime and a severe violation of international law. The statement underscores the escalating tensions in the region and raises questions about the role of U.S. influence in shaping Israel’s policy toward Gaza.
Defence minister says he believes US backing could tip regional balance in favour of forced resettlementIsrael’s defence minister has said his country is seeking Donald Trump’s support to approve plans to expel Palestinians from the Gaza Strip in what has widely been condemned as a potential war crime.Israel Katz said there was “no real solution for Gaza in the end without this migration” during a conference hosted by the Israeli news site Ynet and the newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth. He said the Israeli government was “organised and prepared to get them out by sea, by air, by every way possible”. Continue reading...
