President Donald Trump’s recent proposal to relocate Palestinians from Gaza to neighboring countries has been met with firm rejection from key Arab nations. The foreign ministers of Qatar, Jordan, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt met in Cairo. Leaders from the Palestine Liberation Organization and the Arab League also joined the discussion. In a joint statement, they expressed strong opposition to any plan that would involve moving Palestinians into Egypt or Jordan, warning that such a move could destabilize the region.
Jordan’s Foreign Minister, Ayman Safadi, reiterated his country’s stance against the displacement of Palestinians from Gaza. He emphasized that Jordan already hosts a significant Palestinian population and is unwilling to accept additional refugees. Egyptian officials have stated they will not allow mass relocation of Palestinians into the Sinai Peninsula. They argue that such a move would undermine Palestinian statehood and increase security risks.
Critics of Trump’s proposal argue that forced relocation could be seen as ethnic cleansing and would derail efforts to establish an independent Palestinian state. The plan also raises concerns about increasing tensions in host countries, where resources are already stretched. Arab leaders insist that any resolution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict must prioritize Palestinian self-determination. Many reiterate support for a two-state solution with East Jerusalem as the capital of a future Palestinian state.
The rejection of Trump’s proposal underscores the deep complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The U.S. continues to push for new solutions to the conflict. However, Arab nations insist that Palestinian rights be respected and that peace efforts follow international agreements and diplomatic frameworks.
