JERUSALEM, March 9, 2025 (BSS/AFP) – Israel’s far-right Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich stated on Sunday that US President Donald Trump’s controversial plan to relocate millions of Gazans to other countries is “taking shape,” though he acknowledged the scale of the logistical challenges it presents.
“This plan is taking shape, with ongoing actions in coordination with the administration… It involves identifying key countries, understanding their interests — both with the US and with us — and fostering cooperation,” Smotrich said during a parliamentary event. He added that preparations were underway to establish a large-scale body to oversee the displacement process.
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The plan, which has faced significant international criticism, suggests relocating large numbers of Palestinian refugees from Gaza to neighbouring countries. Critics have condemned the proposal as an attempt to forcibly displace Palestinians and violate their rights to return to their homeland. Proponents, however, argue it could ease the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The logistical challenges of implementing such a plan, particularly in securing international cooperation, are substantial. The broader implications for regional stability and the already volatile Israeli-Palestinian conflict remain a topic of intense debate.