Israel Seeks US Support for Gaza Population Expulsion Plan

Israel's Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has publicly stated that the country is seeking support from the United States, specifically from former President Donald Trump, for a plan to expel Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. Katz believes that such a move, which he described as "migration," is essential for any long-term solution in Gaza and that Israeli government is "organized and prepared to get them out by sea, by air, by every way possible."

This declaration has drawn significant international condemnation, with critics labeling the proposal as a potential war crime. The comments come amid ongoing conflict and a high death toll in Gaza, with the Hamas-run health ministry reporting over 900 fatalities this year alone, bringing the total since October 7th to over 1,300. Meanwhile, other reports indicate Israel is expanding its presence in Lebanon, fortifying positions and continuing demolitions, according to UN peacekeeping officials.