President Trump’s surprise announcement proposing for the United States to take ownership of Gaza left his own White House and Israeli visitors stunned. The idea was met with immediate opposition from the Arab world, including U.S. ally Saudi Arabia. Trump’s plan to have Jordan and Egypt temporarily take in Palestinians from Gaza was met with skepticism. The proposal lacked any detailed planning or consideration of its feasibility, with no estimates on troop numbers, costs, or international legal justifications. The administration was evasive when pressed for answers, as the proposal was more of a concept than a fully developed plan.
Critics raised concerns that the idea could provoke extremism and violence, potentially endangering U.S. personnel and jeopardizing Israeli-Saudi normalization efforts. Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel Daniel B. Shapiro dismissed the proposal as unrealistic and costly. Despite the initial excitement in some circles, many believed the idea would fade as its impracticality became clear.
President Trump’s unique approach to foreign policy as a real estate dealmaker has drawn both praise and criticism. His administration has touted the Abraham Accords between Israel and Muslim-majority states as a foreign policy success. However, the Gaza ownership proposal was seen as a far-fetched idea that lacked detailed planning and could have serious repercussions in the region. Critics highlighted the risks of taking over Gaza without a clear strategy or understanding of the complex dynamics in the area.
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