A senior Hamas official issued a strong message on Monday, urging supporters around the world to rise up against U.S. President Donald Trump’s controversial proposal to relocate over two million residents of Gaza to neighboring countries, including Egypt and Jordan. Sami Abu Zuhri, in a fervent statement, described the plan as “sinister,” claiming it combines elements of genocidal acts alongside severe humanitarian crises. He called upon those capable of carrying arms globally to take immediate action against the proposed displacement, stating, “Do not withhold an explosive, a bullet, a knife, or a stone. Let everyone break their silence.”
This alarming call to arms came shortly after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu suggested a potential exit strategy for Hamas leaders, stipulating that they would need to disarm as the conflict in Gaza reaches its climax. Netanyahu confirmed that Israel is actively pursuing the framework of Trump’s proposal, which seeks to forcibly displace Gaza’s population to other nations. He described the plan as a “voluntary migration initiative,” which he believes would secure the region post-conflict and facilitate the implementation of the U.S. proposal.
The context of Netanyahu’s statements implies a strategic agenda aimed at reshaping Gaza’s demographic landscape. This is reminiscent of Trump’s initial bold suggestion shortly after taking office in January, which implied a mass removal of Gazans with no possibility for their return. Although the proposal faced widespread international condemnation, Trump later moderated his stance, insisting that he was “not forcing” the plan and emphasizing the U.S.’s potential role in developing the region.
The situation remains tense, with significant implications for both the population of Gaza and the broader geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. As calls for action resonate among Hamas leadership, the international community watches closely to see how these developments will unfold in the face of ongoing conflict and humanitarian crises.
