King Abdullah Rebuffs Trump's Plan for Displacing Palestinians
Jordan's King Abdullah reaffirms opposition to U.S. proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza amidst regional tensions.
In a meeting at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump urged Jordan's King Abdullah II to accept the permanent resettlement of Palestinians whom Trump claims would need to be displaced as part of his proposal to manage the Gaza Strip.
The president's plan envisions transforming Gaza into what he refers to as a 'Riviera of the Middle East,' following a severe military conflict that has devastated the territory.
Trump's assertion that Palestinians should not be allowed to return to their homes under his proposal has drawn intense backlash throughout the Arab world.
The systematic and forced displacement of populations is prohibited under international law, specifically the Geneva Conventions.
During their joint press conference, Trump expressed confidence in the feasibility of relocating Palestinians to Jordan and Egypt, suggesting these nations might agree to house those displaced.
'We’re going to hold it, we’re going to cherish it… a lot of jobs are going to be created for the people in the Middle East,' Trump stated, indicating a vision for economic development in the region.
In response, King Abdullah reiterated Jordan's steadfast stance against the displacement of Palestinians, emphasizing the urgent need for rebuilding Gaza while preserving the rights of its people.
The king articulated the unified Arab position, stating via social media that the priority should be addressing the humanitarian crisis without displacing Palestinians.
Despite the king's rejection of the plan, Trump suggested that Jordan and Egypt are reliant on U.S. economic and military support, implying that this relationship could influence their willingness to accept displaced Palestinians.
Trump remarked, 'I believe we’ll have a parcel of land in Jordan.
I believe we’ll have a parcel of land in Egypt… we’ll have a place where they’re going to live very happily and very safely.'
King Abdullah has previously condemned any plans for annexation or forced displacement, and while expressing gratitude for U.S. assistance, he emphasized Jordan's national interest and responsibilities.
He agreed to accept 2,000 sick Palestinian children from Gaza for medical treatment, a gesture Trump acknowledged as commendable.
Additionally, Egypt's foreign ministry announced plans to propose a comprehensive vision for Gaza's reconstruction that ensures Palestinians remain on their land.
According to the Egyptian government, their approach aims to address the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza while respecting the rights of its inhabitants.
The backdrop to these discussions includes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which has seen extensive casualties and destruction due to military actions in the past months.
Jordan has historically been home to over 2 million Palestinian refugees, forming a significant portion of its population of approximately 11 million, a fact that adds complexity to its leadership's stance on Palestinian resettlement.
Trump's recent comments on controlling Gaza and encouraging the transfer of Palestinians have reignited debates about the region's stability and the broader implications for the Middle East peace process.
As international responses to Trump's proposals continue to evolve, Arab leaders are expected to convene to discuss and formalize their positions in response to this controversial plan.
The president's plan envisions transforming Gaza into what he refers to as a 'Riviera of the Middle East,' following a severe military conflict that has devastated the territory.
Trump's assertion that Palestinians should not be allowed to return to their homes under his proposal has drawn intense backlash throughout the Arab world.
The systematic and forced displacement of populations is prohibited under international law, specifically the Geneva Conventions.
During their joint press conference, Trump expressed confidence in the feasibility of relocating Palestinians to Jordan and Egypt, suggesting these nations might agree to house those displaced.
'We’re going to hold it, we’re going to cherish it… a lot of jobs are going to be created for the people in the Middle East,' Trump stated, indicating a vision for economic development in the region.
In response, King Abdullah reiterated Jordan's steadfast stance against the displacement of Palestinians, emphasizing the urgent need for rebuilding Gaza while preserving the rights of its people.
The king articulated the unified Arab position, stating via social media that the priority should be addressing the humanitarian crisis without displacing Palestinians.
Despite the king's rejection of the plan, Trump suggested that Jordan and Egypt are reliant on U.S. economic and military support, implying that this relationship could influence their willingness to accept displaced Palestinians.
Trump remarked, 'I believe we’ll have a parcel of land in Jordan.
I believe we’ll have a parcel of land in Egypt… we’ll have a place where they’re going to live very happily and very safely.'
King Abdullah has previously condemned any plans for annexation or forced displacement, and while expressing gratitude for U.S. assistance, he emphasized Jordan's national interest and responsibilities.
He agreed to accept 2,000 sick Palestinian children from Gaza for medical treatment, a gesture Trump acknowledged as commendable.
Additionally, Egypt's foreign ministry announced plans to propose a comprehensive vision for Gaza's reconstruction that ensures Palestinians remain on their land.
According to the Egyptian government, their approach aims to address the dire humanitarian situation in Gaza while respecting the rights of its inhabitants.
The backdrop to these discussions includes the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza, which has seen extensive casualties and destruction due to military actions in the past months.
Jordan has historically been home to over 2 million Palestinian refugees, forming a significant portion of its population of approximately 11 million, a fact that adds complexity to its leadership's stance on Palestinian resettlement.
Trump's recent comments on controlling Gaza and encouraging the transfer of Palestinians have reignited debates about the region's stability and the broader implications for the Middle East peace process.
As international responses to Trump's proposals continue to evolve, Arab leaders are expected to convene to discuss and formalize their positions in response to this controversial plan.
