Israeli occupation Foreign Minister Eli Cohen has confirmed that the plan to forcibly displace Palestinians from the Gaza Strip remains active and is currently under consideration.
In a statement to the official Israeli broadcaster Kan Radio, Cohen openly declared that there is no foreseeable prospect for the reconstruction of Gaza in the near future.
Cohen further revealed that advanced negotiations are underway with two countries—one of which is Islamic—regarding the implementation of the displacement plan. However, he refused to disclose the names of the involved states or any details of the ongoing discussions.
He noted that the plan stems from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s “deal of the century”, and is based on the concept of so-called “voluntary migration” as a long-term solution to the situation in Gaza.
What makes Cohen’s remarks particularly alarming is their timing—they come just hours before the expected ceasefire agreement, which follows the anticipated release of American-Israeli captive Aidan Alexander this Monday evening.
The idea of forcibly resettling Palestinians in Egypt or Jordan was initially floated by Trump months ago, but was categorically rejected by both Arab countries, forcing Trump to backtrack.
Despite this rejection, Israeli officials continue to push the narrative, with reports of certain countries—including Islamic ones—expressing openness to accepting Palestinians in exchange for international aid and political guarantees.
It is important to note that forced displacement, even when disguised as “voluntary,” constitutes a war crime under international law, particularly under the Geneva Conventions, which strictly prohibit the transfer of populations from occupied territories.
