Wed Feb 05 20:22:46 IST 2025: ## Congress Condemns Trump’s Gaza Takeover Proposal
**New Delhi, February 5, 2025** – The Indian National Congress has strongly condemned U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to seize and redevelop the Gaza Strip, calling the plan “bizarre, dangerous, and totally unacceptable.” The statement follows Trump’s surprise announcement on Tuesday during a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Trump outlined a plan for the U.S. to take ownership of Gaza, removing all existing structures and creating new housing and jobs. He also suggested that the approximately 2 million Palestinians currently residing in Gaza be relocated to other Middle Eastern countries. No details were provided on who would be allowed to live in the redeveloped area.
Congress general secretary Jairam Ramesh criticized the proposal, stating that a two-state solution ensuring Palestinian self-determination and Israeli security remains the only path to lasting peace in the region. He urged the Narendra Modi government to clearly state its position on the matter, noting that other nations have already responded.
The Congress’s condemnation highlights the international concern sparked by Trump’s unexpected announcement, which has raised questions about the future of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the potential for increased regional instability. The party’s call for a clear response from the Indian government underscores the significance of the issue for India’s foreign policy.
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