Why it matters: Trump's remarks signal a continued push for Palestinian displacement, an idea widely opposed by Arab nations and the international community. The proposal, seen as a forced expulsion, echoes past controversial U.S. and Israeli policies regarding Gaza.
The big picture:
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi called the displacement of Palestinians an "injustice" his country would not participate in.
Jordan’s King Abdullah II reaffirmed that Palestinians must remain on their land.
Indonesia and other Arab nations have also rejected the idea, standing firm on Palestinian sovereignty.
What he is saying:
"They will do it," Trump told reporters when asked about Egypt and Jordan’s rejection. "We do a lot for them, and they’re going to do it."
He previously stated he spoke to Jordan’s King Abdullah II about relocating over 1 million Gazans, suggesting Egypt should also take people in.
The potential housing "could be temporary" or "could be long-term," he added, claiming it would bring peace to the region.
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