"Washington Post": Potential Move of U.S. Government Away from Gaza Being Discussed

The U.S. government is considering a contentious proposal, known as the GREAT Trust plan, that aims to transform the Gaza Strip into a "Riviera of the Middle East." This plan, initially proposed by former President Donald Trump, has faced criticism and doubts since its proposal in February.

According to reports by The Washington Post, the plan envisions placing the Gaza Strip under U.S.-administered trusteeship for at least ten years. During this period, the U.S. and Israel would have military and security oversight, followed by private western militias or third countries. The constructions planned for the Gaza Strip include factories for electric vehicles, data centers, beach resorts, and high-rise residential buildings, all intended for public and private investments.

The plan also includes incentives for Palestinian residents to leave the Gaza Strip. Each willing resident would reportedly receive $5,000 (approximately €4,280) and a year's supply of food. The two million Palestinian residents could be moved to enclosed zones within the coastal strip or encouraged to emigrate to another country. However, these steps remain largely at the proposal stage, with significant international criticism and legal concerns about forced population transfer.

Critics argue that mass resettlement in other countries in the region would be a destabilizing factor and a security risk for the Middle East. Moreover, experts assert that forced Palestinian evacuation from the Gaza Strip would violate international law.

Despite the controversy, the U.S. government officials involved in the implementation of the GREAT Trust plan include those at the highest levels of the executive branch. These megaprojects in the Gaza Strip, including the construction of factories and resorts, are part of the plan's economic megaproject investments.

The GREAT Trust plan aligns with the ideas presented by the U.S. President in February, sparking international outcry and criticism at that time. The plan's critics continue to express doubts about the funding and implementation of the GREAT Trust plan, citing potential instability and legal issues.

As the debate continues, the future of the Gaza Strip remains uncertain, with the potential for significant changes in the region's landscape and the lives of its two million residents.