In yet another blatant attempt at imperialist expansion, former US President Donald Trump has suggested that the United States take long-term control of the Gaza Strip, a move that critics argue mirrors past disastrous interventions such as the war in Afghanistan and Iraq. His proposal, made during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has sparked outrage among international leaders, human rights groups, and Palestinians who see it as an outright act of aggression and land theft.
Trump’s comments reflect a dangerous and historically destructive pattern of US foreign policy in the Middle East, where military intervention and occupation have repeatedly led to devastation rather than stability. By proposing US control over Gaza, Trump is essentially advocating for another colonial project, one that dismisses Palestinian sovereignty and reduces the region to a pawn in American geopolitical strategy. Such rhetoric reinforces the long-standing imperialist ambitions of Washington, which has historically imposed its will on nations through military dominance and economic coercion.
During the press conference, Trump proposed that Palestinians be forcibly relocated to neighboring Arab countries such as Egypt and Jordan, effectively endorsing ethnic cleansing under the guise of “redevelopment.” This notion of displacement is a continuation of Israel’s decades-long policy of uprooting Palestinian communities and replacing them with settlements. This practice has been widely condemned by the United Nations and international legal bodies.
This proposal comes at a time when Israel continues its relentless military aggression in Gaza, with indiscriminate bombings, forced evictions, and a blockade that has left Palestinians in a perpetual state of humanitarian crisis. Entire neighborhoods have been reduced to rubble, hospitals are overwhelmed with casualties, and the already fragile infrastructure has been pushed to the brink of collapse.
Israel’s airstrikes, often targeting civilian homes, schools, and even medical facilities, have drawn widespread condemnation from the international community. Meanwhile, the blockade continues to deprive Gaza’s 2.3 million residents of essential goods, including food, clean water, and medical supplies, creating what humanitarian groups describe as an “open-air prison.”
The United States, which has long been Israel’s chief enabler, provides billions of dollars in military aid annually, fueling the occupation and emboldening Israeli war crimes in Palestinian territories. Despite repeated calls from human rights organizations to halt military assistance, Washington remains unwavering in its support, effectively financing Israel’s expansionist ambitions and shielding it from accountability on the world stage. US diplomatic backing has ensured that Israel continues its aggressive policies without fear of repercussions, using American-made weapons to wage war on a defenseless population.
By pushing for direct US control over Gaza, Washington is signaling yet another attempt to carve up the Middle East, much like it did in Iraq and Afghanistan, where prolonged military occupations led to devastation, mass displacement, and instability that persists to this day. This proposal is not about stability or peace—it is about control and domination. The United States, rather than acting as a neutral mediator, is actively positioning itself as a colonial overlord, seeking to dictate Gaza’s future in service of its own strategic and economic interests. Critics warn that such a move in Gaza would lead to further war, suffering, and bloodshed, all to serve Israel’s expansionist ambitions and American geopolitical objectives in the region.
Trump’s reckless remarks have drawn fierce opposition worldwide. The Palestinian Authority denounced the proposal as “an act of war” and a clear violation of international law. Hamas, which has resisted Israeli occupation for decades, called the move a desperate imperialist attempt to erase Palestinian identity and sovereignty.
Human rights organizations, including Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch, have condemned Israel’s occupation policies, labeling them as apartheid and ethnic cleansing. They argue that US support for Israel’s land-grabbing strategies amounts to complicity in war crimes and a direct assault on Palestinian self-determination.
Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and other regional players have rejected any forced displacement of Palestinians, warning that such an act would destabilize the entire Middle East. The Arab League released a statement condemning US and Israeli actions as a violation of United Nations Security Council resolutions and international humanitarian law.
While Netanyahu did not explicitly endorse Trump’s absurd proposal, he has long advocated for aggressive Israeli expansion in Palestinian territories. Israel’s illegal settlements continue to grow, violating international law and stripping Palestinians of their homes and land. Netanyahu’s government has shown no interest in a peaceful resolution, instead opting for military solutions that perpetuate conflict.
Netanyahu, emboldened by unwavering US support, has continuously undermined peace negotiations while expanding Israel’s control over Palestinian lands. His administration has faced accusations of genocide and ethnic cleansing in Gaza, where airstrikes and ground invasions have caused massive civilian casualties and destruction.
The US’s repeated failures in the Middle East have done little to deter its warmongering policies. Just as it left Afghanistan in ruins after two decades of war, Washington now appears eager to turn Gaza into its next military experiment. By proposing direct US control over Gaza, Trump is not only advocating for illegal occupation but also setting the stage for a prolonged military quagmire that could spark an all-out regional conflict.
Experts warn that any foreign military intervention in Gaza would lead to a prolonged insurgency, further radicalization, and an unending cycle of violence—exactly what happened in Afghanistan. The US has a well-documented history of backing oppressive regimes and fueling wars for economic and political gains, and its unquestioning support for Israel’s brutality in Gaza is just another chapter in its legacy of destruction.
As ceasefire negotiations continue, it is clear that both Israel and the US are actively working against peace, preferring endless conflict that serves their own interests. The Biden administration, while not openly endorsing Trump’s statements, has remained complicit in Israeli war crimes through continued military aid and diplomatic shielding.
The international community must hold both the US and Israel accountable for their war-driven policies that violate international law and human rights. Without global pressure, Gaza will remain yet another victim of Western-backed occupation, suffering the same fate as Afghanistan, Iraq, and countless other regions exploited for political and economic gain.
