Trump: ‘Nobody is Expelling Any Palestinians,’ From Gaza
CrossFireArabia- March 13, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to reverse his controversial plan to forcibly expel Palestinians from Gaza, following widespread rejection, stating, “nobody is expelling any Palestinians” from the war-torn enclave.
During an Oval Office meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin on Wednesday, a reporter asked about Trumps plans to expel Palestinians from Gaza and whether he had discussed the matter with the Irish leader. Trump responded, “Nobody is expelling any Palestinians,” according to the Quds News Network.
Trump had previously proposed permanently and forcibly displacing Palestinians from Gaza and transforming the area into what he called the “Riviera of the Middle East.” His plan envisioned a developed, Palestinian-free zone under US control and ownership, where “the world’s people” could reside.
He also suggested that Jordan and Egypt take in displaced Palestinians, a proposal that both countries firmly rejected. Legal experts, along with Palestinians, condemned the plan, calling it “ethnic cleansing.”
Hamas has welcomed Trump’s Wednesday remarks. Hazem Qassem, spokesperson for Hamas, said, “If President Trump’s statements represent a reversal of the plan of displacing the people of Gaza, they are welcomed. We call for this stance to be followed by holding the occupation accountable for implementing all ceasefire agreements,” urging Trump not to “align with the extremist right-wing Zionist agenda.”
Meanwhile Jordan, Thursday welcomed President Trump’s remarks made on Wednesday, which affirmed that the residents of Gaza would not be required to leave the war-torn Strip, according to a Foreign Ministry statement.
Sufyan Qudah, the ministry’s spokesperson, reiterated Jordan’s support for efforts aimed at achieving a peace that is acceptable to all parties, highlighting that both Jordan and the United States are partners in these efforts according to The Jordan Times.
Qudah also underscored the importance of securing a just and lasting peace, one that leads to the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state based on the 1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital. He reaffirmed that the two-state solution remains the only viable pathway to ensuring long-term security, stability, and peace in the region.
Trump said on Wednesday that “nobody is expelling any Palestinians from Gaza,” in response to a question during a meeting in the White House with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin.
Trump’s Envoy Boehler: Hamas Leaders Are “Actually Pretty Nice Guys, Guys Like US”
- CrossFireArabia
- March 10, 2025
Trump’s hostage envoy, Adam Boehler said in a CNN interview that Hamas leaders are “actually pretty nice guys; guys like us.” He defended direct U.S. talks with the resistance movement, stating, “The U.S. is not an agent of Israel.”
Boeler’s statement was made commenting on a call by Ron Dermer, Israel’s Minister of Strategic Affairs and Benjamin Netanyahu’s Right-Hand Man. Dermer has reportedly made an angry phone call criticizing Trump’s decision to start direct talks with Hamas.
Boehler began negotiations with Hamas in Qatar last week. The talks focused on securing the release of Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old Israeli-American soldier prisoner, and the remains of four American settlers killed in Gaza.
Hamas reportedly told Boehler it is willing to return all Israeli prisoners in exchange for the release of Palestinian detainees. However, Israel has not agreed on the number of detainees to be freed according to the Quds News Network.
Israel’s Growing Concern
Israel’s Channel 13 reported that senior Israeli officials are angry over Washington’s approach. They believe Trump is negotiating behind Israel’s back and limiting Netanyahu’s ability to maneuver. One source stated, “If Trump reaches a deal with Hamas, Netanyahu won’t be able to refuse it, and the Americans know that.”
At first, Netanyahu dismissed the possibility of serious U.S.-Hamas negotiations. But as talks progressed, Israeli officials became increasingly concerned.
Boehler emphasized that meeting with Hamas does not mean friendship or alliance. He clarified, “I work for President Trump. This is his decision, and I am carrying it out.”
The U.S. reportedly told Hamas that releasing American prisoners would build trust with Trump, who could then push for a broader ceasefire deal.
Israel’s Channel 13 quoted Adam Boehler saying that Hamas wants to return all Israeli prisoners and free all Palestinian detainees in return.
Shut!
- CrossFireArabia
- March 10, 2025
The head of the Bakery Owners Association in Gaza says all bakeries operating with cooking gas in Khan Younis have stopped working after 10 days of Israel’s closure of the border crossings with the enclave.
