US President Donald Trump has stated that the United States will take control of Gaza and oversee its reconstruction. He made these remarks on Tuesday during a press conference after bilateral meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Discussions included the Gaza ceasefire US-Israel relations, and the future of Gaza. Netanyahu praised Trump as Israel’s greatest ally.

Trump warned that any attempt by Gazans to relocate elsewhere would lead to chaos. Speaking from the White House, he highlighted the strong US-Israel friendship and hinted at future plans for Gaza. He stated that if the Hamas-Israel ceasefire fails Israel will launch an even stronger attack on Gaza.

During the press conference Trump revealed that his administration aims to take full control of Gaza, remove its scattered militant groups and rebuild the city. He promised to provide infrastructure job opportunities and better living conditions. Calling the current Gaza a symbol of death and destruction, he urged residents to relocate elsewhere.

When asked about Palestinian refugees Trump expressed confidence that Egypt and Jordan would eventually show generosity and offer shelter despite their initial reluctance.

Netanyahu welcomed Trump’s plans, but Hamas condemned them issuing a strong statement against US involvement.

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Trump also announced plans to lift restrictions on arms supplies to Israel. Netanyahu thanked him calling him Israel’s closest friend among past US presidents. Trump confirmed that the US Embassy would be established in Jerusalem.