LIVE BLOG: Global Response to Trump’s Displacement Plans | Assault on Jenin Continues – Day 488

AL-JAZEERA: Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated that the plan proposed by U.S. President Donald Trump regarding Gaza is the true response to the October 7, 2023, events. He added that Israel will now work to “bury the dangerous idea of a Palestinian state permanently,” claiming that “those who committed the worst massacre on our land will lose their land forever.”

AL-JAZEERA: The Jenin Camp Media Committee reported that 25 Palestinians were martyred during 15 days of the Israeli operation in the city, with 15,000 people, including 3,200 families, displaced. The committee added that residents face tragic conditions, including water and electricity cuts and the destruction of around 180 homes. The aggression has also halted schools and deprived four hospitals of water and basic services.

AL JAZEERA: The Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine condemned U.S. President Donald Trump’s statements supporting forced displacement plans for Gaza residents, calling them a “declaration of war on the Palestinian people.” The Front emphasized that Gaza will remain steadfast against displacement and colonial projects.

AL JAZEERA: The Islamic Jihad movement stated that US President Donald Trump should remember that 15 months of U.S. weaponry bombardment failed to displace the Palestinian people. The movement affirmed that Palestinians have always chosen resistance, which they have practiced for over a century.

AL JAZEERA: China’s Foreign Ministry opposed the forced displacement of Gaza residents and reaffirmed its support for Palestinian self-governance.

AL JAZEERA: Opposition leader Yair Lapid expressed excitement over Trump’s commitment to Israel, despite not fully understanding the details of his Gaza plan. Lapid called the idea of turning Gaza into a “Riviera of the Middle East” significant.

AL JAZEERA: A Palestinian youth was martyred by Israeli forces east of Khan Younis in southern Gaza, with no further details provided.

AL JAZEERA: Former Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir indicated that his chances of returning to the government have increased following Trump’s statements on displacing Gazans.

AL JAZEERA: Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant criticized the Netanyahu government for not doing enough to return detainees from Gaza, blaming Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich for delaying the deal.

AL JAZEERA: Hundreds of pro-Palestine supporters marched in Washington, D.C., condemning Trump’s plan to displace Gazans and take control of the strip. Protesters chanted “Gaza is not for sale” and affirmed Palestinians’ right to their land.

BREAKING: 🇺🇸 🇵🇸 🇮🇱 Protests erupt outside of the White House in Washington DC.

Protesters chant while waving Keffiyehs and Hamas flag as they protest Trump's meeting with Natenyahu. pic.twitter.com/pvN5ZsAthw

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AL JAZEERA: Arab officials expressed confusion and concern over Trump’s “surprising” statements on controlling Gaza, stating that they risk undermining the fragile Gaza deal.

AL JAZEERA: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the U.S. is ready to lead Gaza and “make it beautiful again,” as Trump suggested.

CHANNEL 13: Netanyahu’s decision to send a negotiation delegation to Qatar is merely a symbolic move to appease the Americans.

AL JAZEERA: The Israeli Broadcasting Authority reported that Trump and his envoy Steve Witkoff are determined to complete the Gaza deal.

AL JAZEERA: Reuters reported that US envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff stated that Trump signed orders to replenish Israel’s ammunition supplies.

AL JAZEERA: Australian Prime Minister stated that his country’s position on Gaza remains unchanged after Trump’s announcement of a plan to control the strip, reaffirming support for a two-state solution in the Middle East.