President Trump claimed the U.S. is set to take control of Gaza, declaring there is no need to purchase the territory. During discussions with Jordan’s King Abdullah, the latter reaffirmed Jordan’s stance against the displacement of Palestinians. Meanwhile, Egypt’s president postponed his Washington visit over Trump’s threats to cut U.S. aid, which could endanger Egypt’s peace treaty with Israel.
President Trump has reiterated that the United States plans to take control of the Gaza Strip, asserting that the U.S. will “own” the territory, which is home to over 2 million Palestinians. These statements came during a meeting with Jordan’s King Abdullah at the White House, where the discussions focused on the situation in Gaza.
During the meeting, Trump stated, “We’re going to have Gaza. We don’t have to buy. There’s nothing to buy. We will have Gaza,” emphasizing that he sees no need for financial transactions regarding the territory. In response to a question about this strategy, he asserted, “There’s no reason to buy. There is nothing to buy. It’s Gaza. It’s a war-torn area. We’re going to take it.”
After the talks, King Abdullah responded by advocating for the rights of Palestinians, stating, “I reiterated Jordan’s steadfast position against the displacement of Palestinians in Gaza and the West Bank. This is the unified Arab position.” His comments highlight Jordan’s opposition to any plan that would involve the forced relocation of Palestinians.
In the context of these developments, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has delayed a scheduled visit to Washington. This decision follows Trump’s threats to cut off U.S. aid to Jordan and Egypt unless they agree to accept Palestinians displaced from Gaza. A senior Egyptian diplomat noted that any reduction in U.S. assistance could jeopardize Egypt’s 1979 peace treaty with Israel.
In summary, President Trump’s assertion of U.S. intentions to take control of Gaza has raised concerns regarding the potential displacement of Palestinians. King Abdullah’s commitment to opposing such actions underscores the broader Arab consensus on this issue. The postponement of President el-Sisi’s visit to Washington reflects escalating tensions and fears over U.S. aid implications for regional stability.
Original Source: www.democracynow.org
