Dr. Amr Hussein: Trump’s calls to displace Palestinians are provocative.. and Egypt and Jordan categorically reject plans to liquidate the Palestinian cause

Dr. Tamara Haddad: Witkoff's visit to Gaza and his statements about reconstruction confirm that America and Israel want to impose harsh conditions on those who want to stay in Gaza

Khalil Shaheen: Trump's new policies threaten displacement and reshaping the demographic and economic reality of the Gaza Strip according to an American-Israeli vision

Dr. Saad Nimr: Jordan and Egypt will categorically reject displacement plans no matter what the cost, because they will not compromise their national security under any circumstances.

Dr. Aql Salah: The Palestinian people are capable of thwarting Trump and Netanyahu’s plans, provided they unify their ranks and strengthen Arab and international support

Noman Abed: Trump's insistence on displacement to Egypt and Jordan is a form of "political bullying" and US aid is being used as a tool of blackmail

Controversial statements by US President Donald Trump continue, in which he insists on displacing Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Egypt and Jordan, in light of his efforts as an economic dealmaker to control the Strip and transform it into an investment project.

In separate interviews with “I”, writers, political analysts, specialists and university professors confirm that these calls were met with a categorical rejection from Cairo and Amman, which repeatedly confirmed their unwillingness to accept any plans aimed at liquidating the Palestinian cause through forced displacement or redrawing the demographic map of the region.

They point out that Egypt and Jordan refuse to be part of plans aimed at undermining their internal stability, stressing the need to strengthen regional and international efforts to find just solutions based on respect for Palestinian national rights, foremost among which is the establishment of an independent Palestinian state in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions, and the rejection of Trump’s plans calling for displacement that violate international laws.

Defending Arab constants

The Egyptian writer and political analyst specializing in international and strategic relations, Dr. Amr Hussein, describes the calls of former US President Donald Trump to displace the residents of the Gaza Strip to Egypt and Jordan as “provocative,” stressing that the two countries have categorically rejected these calls since the beginning of the Israeli aggression on Gaza, and until now the position remains firm, pointing out that the Egyptian people played a decisive role in supporting this position rejecting displacement.

Hussein explains that Trump, through these statements, seeks to cover up the failure of the Israeli army to achieve its military goals during the recent aggression on Gaza, which included returning Israeli prisoners, eliminating Hamas, and taking administrative control of the Strip.

Hussein asserts that Trump also wanted to stand by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who is facing calls for accountability within Israel for his failures.

Hussein stresses that Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi was clear in his rejection of calls for displacement, pointing out that Egypt will not be a "gateway to liquidating the Palestinian cause," but rather is working to find a just solution to the Palestinian cause based on the two-state solution.

Amr describes this solution as "the best", despite the Israeli far right's rejection of it, which, in his words, is leading Israel to "the abyss."

Hussein says: "We are facing an epic historical scene in order to defend the Arab constants, the first of which is the Palestinian cause," stressing that Egypt will continue to support the rights of the Palestinian people and will work to thwart any plans aimed at displacing them or liquidating their cause.

A systematic plan to impose a new status quo

Writer and political researcher Dr. Tamara Haddad warns that US President Donald Trump’s repeated calls to displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Egypt and Jordan come within the framework of a systematic plan to impose a new fait accompli, noting that these calls aim to pressure the two countries to accept the displacement under threats of cutting off US aid and imposing other sanctions.

Haddad asserts that Trump, through repeating these calls, seeks to send a clear message to Egypt and Jordan that they must receive the Palestinians, considering that Trump’s recent statements reflect a systematic American policy aimed at reshaping the demographic reality in the Gaza Strip.

Haddad stresses that the first criterion for thwarting this plan is to put the Palestinian house in order internally, and to develop a unified political program that addresses the path of the “next day” in Gaza, including the return of the displaced to the northern part of the Strip as a clear message of rejection of forced displacement.

Haddad warns that delaying reconstruction in Gaza, whether by Israel or the United States, will put great pressure on the Palestinians, which may push them to “voluntarily” emigrate from the Strip due to the lack of hope for improving living conditions.

Haddad points out that forced displacement could become a reality if Israeli military operations return to Gaza, especially after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's meeting with Trump.

Haddad points out that the recent visit of US envoy Steve Witkoff to the Gaza Strip and his statements about reconstruction according to the Chinese model confirm that the United States and Israel want to impose harsh conditions on those who want to remain in Gaza, including living in peace, refusing to demand the right of return, and purchasing residential units in high-rise complexes that will be built by Israeli, Arab and American companies, and that those who remain in Gaza will be required to work in specific fields such as agriculture, tourism and technology.

To thwart this plan, Haddad calls for unifying the Palestinian ranks and developing a unified national political program, while seeking Arab and international support to reject displacement.

Haddad confirms that Egypt and Jordan will not accept the displacement despite American pressure, because they realize that the Palestinians leaving their lands will negatively affect their national security.

Haddad explains that receiving Palestinians in Egypt could be exploited by political Islam movements to destabilize the country, while in Jordan, where Palestinians constitute 70% of the population, it could lead to serious demographic and political changes.

Haddad points out that the United States has begun to look for other alternatives to receive the Palestinians, including Syria, which requires Arab and international opposition to this plan.

It calls for strengthening political and legal engagement with the international community, especially in the United Nations and the International Court of Justice, to reject forced displacement as a war crime.

Haddad stresses that the only solution to the Palestinian issue lies in finding a just solution based on the two-state solution, considering that any plans for displacement or reshaping the demographic reality in Gaza will lead to an exacerbation of the crisis and threaten regional stability.

Dangerous plans exploit the great destruction in Gaza

Writer and political analyst Khalil Shaheen warns that the US administration, led by President Donald Trump, is seeking to implement dangerous plans aimed at displacing Palestinians from the Gaza Strip and reshaping the demographic and economic reality of the Strip according to an American-Israeli vision, exploiting the massive destruction caused by the recent Israeli aggression.

Shaheen points out that expectations that Trump would make amendments to the “Deal of the Century” in his second term have come true, as Trump is now relying on the fait accompli imposed by Israel on the ground, especially in the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.

Shaheen argues that settlement expansion in the West Bank, including creeping, undeclared annexation, has dramatically changed the nature of the conflict. During his first term, Trump declared that the settlements were “not illegal,” and even allowed Israel to annex them, emphasizing that settlers would not be moved from any settlement or outpost, even those in areas that were supposed to be part of the Palestinian state.

Regarding the Gaza Strip, Shaheen asserts that the scene has changed radically after the extensive destruction carried out by Israel, which affected the infrastructure, homes, hospitals and vital facilities, making the Strip “unlivable.”

Shaheen confirms that Trump is relying on this reality in formulating his future policies, as he adopts a proposal calling for the displacement of the residents of Gaza and the reconstruction of the Strip according to a new urban and economic model.

High-rise residential complexes in the style of China

Shaheen points out that Trump is considering building high-rise residential complexes similar to the Chinese model, with dozens of floors, to accommodate a large number of Gaza residents, along with establishing economic and tourism projects along the coast.

He pointed out that these plans are linked to the displacement of more than half of the population of the Strip, as Gaza's economic and investment future will be linked to specific fields such as construction, tourism and high technology, which will reshape the demographic and economic reality in favor of Israel.

Regarding American pressure, Shaheen confirms that Trump will rely on the weapon of "reconstruction" to implement his plans, as funds for reconstruction operations in Gaza will be withheld unless they are linked to his plan.

Shaheen points out that Trump will exert pressure on Arab and international countries to prevent them from providing financial support for the independent reconstruction of Gaza, which will put the Palestinians before two choices: either accept the displacement plan, or live in inhumane conditions.

To confront these plans, Shaheen calls for accelerating reconstruction operations in Gaza, starting with the introduction of heavy machinery to remove rubble and pave roads, and moving on to the restoration of damaged, habitable homes.

Shaheen stresses that Egypt can play a pivotal role in this context, by using its expertise in the field of construction and rubble removal, with broad Arab and international support.

Shaheen points out that Israel is trying to disrupt the return of life to Gaza, especially in the northern areas, by preventing the entry of mobile homes (caravans) and heavy machinery, leaving tens of thousands of displaced people without shelter or basic services.

Shaheen stresses that accelerating reconstruction operations will hinder displacement plans and strengthen the steadfastness of the Palestinians in their land.

Shaheen calls for presenting a unified Palestinian vision for managing the Gaza Strip and the West Bank in a participatory manner, while strengthening international action to present the Palestinian issue in international forums, including the United Nations General Assembly and the International Court of Justice.

Shaheen stresses that confronting Trump's policies requires broad Arab and international action, while sending a clear message to the world that the Palestinians are capable of managing their affairs and confronting displacement plans.

Trump views Palestinian land as a commodity that can be invested in

Dr. Saad Nimr, a professor of political science at Birzeit University, confirms that US President Donald Trump is seeking to pressure Egypt and Jordan in order to consolidate the idea of displacing the Palestinians, as Trump views the Palestinian land not as a homeland with historical value and national identity, but rather as a commodity that can be invested in, just as advanced capitalism views everything as a product that can be sold.

Nimr points out that Trump spoke about establishing tourism projects in the Gaza Strip as profitable investments, and that he focused his communications on pressuring Egypt and Jordan without any consideration for the position of the Palestinians themselves.

Nimr stresses that the Palestinian people are the decisive factor in thwarting these plans, citing the Palestinians’ refusal to leave the northern Gaza Strip despite the massive destruction resulting from the military operations that lasted more than three months.

Nimr explains that about half a million displaced people returned to their homes as soon as they were allowed to do so, which indicates their deep attachment to their land despite the suffering and destruction.

Nimr points out that Egypt and Jordan will not submit to any American blackmail, even in the face of threats to cut off financial aid.

Nimr stresses that for Egypt, this issue represents a matter of national security, as it rejects the presence of more than a million Palestinians in Sinai, especially since these people may constitute a popular incubator for the Hamas movement, which is linked to the Muslim Brotherhood, something Cairo strongly rejects.

As for Jordan, Nimr points out that any approval of such plans would threaten the stability of the internal regime in Amman, especially with the strength of parties with an Islamic background such as the Muslim Brotherhood.

Nimr believes that Jordan and Egypt will categorically reject these plans, even if this results in economic losses or escalation of internal crises, because they will not compromise their national security under any circumstances.

Nimr stresses that official statements and positions are not enough, but rather there must be a clear and practical Arab rejection of these plans, supported by measures on the ground to confront any attempts to impose them.

Unifying ranks and enhancing Arab and international support

Writer and political researcher Dr. Aql Salah confirms that the Palestinian people, who have stood firm in the face of genocide and starvation crimes, have the ability to thwart the plans of US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, stressing the need to unify Palestinian ranks and enhance Arab and international support to confront these plans that threaten the future of the Palestinian cause.

Salah points out that the biggest challenge in confronting the displacement plans and reshaping the demographic reality in the Gaza Strip lies with the Palestinian people, who have proven their ability to withstand despite the extent of the crimes to which they have been subjected.

Salah calls for unifying Palestinian efforts by declaring a unified national program that includes all factions, including Hamas and Islamic Jihad, in addition to the Palestine Liberation Organization, to support the steadfastness of the Palestinian people at home and abroad.

Salah stressed the importance of action at the Arab, regional and international levels, calling on the Palestinian Authority to request an emergency Arab summit to take practical decisions that support the steadfastness of the Palestinian people.

Salah calls for addressing international organizations and human rights institutions to thwart Trump's plan, which contradicts international law and human rights, demanding a public and detailed condemnation of this plan, while stressing the need to find a just solution to the Palestinian issue based on the two-state solution.

Salah points out the importance of forming a joint Palestinian-Arab committee, including representatives from the Palestinian Authority, Egypt and Jordan, to coordinate efforts, positions and movements at all levels.

Salah stresses that this committee must work to unify the Arab position and push other Arab countries to support the Palestinian cause in an effective manner, including severing relations with the United States and Israel if the displacement plans continue.

Salah points out that the Egyptian and Jordanian positions so far reject the displacement plans, but he warns that the two countries' capabilities remain limited in the face of American pressure.

Salah calls for strengthening popular support in Egypt and Jordan, as the two countries move on the international stage to protect their sovereignty and reject violations of international law.

Salah stresses that what Trump is doing is in conflict with the principles of national sovereignty, and that this may lead to him being held accountable and tried for his violations of international law.

Salah stresses that the actual response to the displacement plans requires Egypt and Jordan to sever diplomatic relations with the United States and Israel, and withdraw their ambassadors from the two countries, as a symbolic and practical step to reject these plans.

Salah stresses that the rejection of displacement must be supported by practical steps that reflect the seriousness of the Arab position.

Salah warns that implementing the displacement plans will have disastrous consequences for Jordan and Egypt, as it will lead to political and social instability in both countries.

Salah calls on the Palestinian people to be aware and collectively reject these plans, with the Palestinian Authority moving at all levels to put an end to this destructive project.

Salah stresses that severing relations with the United States, which clearly sides with Israel, as well as withdrawing recognition of the State of Israel and severing security coordination in implementation of the decisions of the National and Central Councils, must be part of the Palestinian strategy to confront displacement plans.

Turning the Palestinian issue into a humanitarian issue

The writer and political analyst specializing in international relations, Noman Abed, confirms that the Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip, which lasted for more than 15 months, is not related to a traditional military operation to confront the Palestinian resistance, but rather is part of a larger plan that aims to change the demography and geography of the Strip, displace the Palestinian people, and transform the Palestinian issue from a political issue to a humanitarian issue.

Abed points out that the systematic targeting of civilians and infrastructure in Gaza, including the destruction of hospitals and schools, and the obstruction of the delivery of humanitarian aid and medicines, confirms that the real goal of the aggression goes beyond military purposes.

Abed says: “What is happening in Gaza is not military operations to confront the resistance, but rather a plan to turn the Strip into a disaster area that is difficult to live in, and to reshape its demographics and geography to serve expansionist political goals.”

Abed points out that the events of October 7, 2023 were exploited to implement Israeli and American plans targeting the Palestinian cause in general, and the Gaza Strip in particular, noting that these plans aim to annex the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, not recognize the rights of the Palestinian people, and displace the people of Gaza to other countries.

Regarding the Egyptian and Jordanian positions, Abed stresses that Egypt and Jordan have always categorically rejected any attempts to displace the Palestinian people, noting that the official statements of the two countries reflect a clear rejection of these plans. However, Abed points out that these positions require practical steps on the ground, including confronting US policies that support Israel and dispensing with US aid if necessary.

Abed explains that the American insistence, especially by President Donald Trump, on displacing the people of Gaza to Egypt and Jordan is a form of “political bullying,” in which American aid is used as a tool for blackmail.

Abed says: “Trump, who is fighting to expel immigrants from the United States, is the same one who wants to displace the Palestinian people to other countries. This shows that the United States is only seeking to achieve its interests, without taking into account the rights of peoples or the independence of countries.”

Abed calls on Egypt and Jordan to strengthen their internal front, consolidate their international relations with other countries, and build regional and international alliances to confront American and Israeli policies.

Abed stresses that turning to international institutions, such as the United Nations, and investing in the international relations of these countries could constitute international pressure on the United States and Israel.

Abed says: “The positions announced so far by Egypt and Jordan are honorable positions, but they need practical support on the ground. There must be serious steps to confront American brutality and policies, and to support the Palestinian people in light of the aggression and ethnic cleansing they are being subjected to.”