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Israeli officials propose mass Palestinian relocation from_G

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Israeli officials have detailed specific frameworks for the mass relocation of Palestinians from the Gaza Strip. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has introduced a proposal titled ‘Disconnection ~~710’ (also referred to as ‘Disengagement 710’ or ‘Rückzug 710’),~~ 710’, which seeks to facilitate the ‘voluntary migration’ or ‘voluntary exodus’ of approximately 1.86 to 2 million Palestinians over a seven-year period. Ben-Gvir’s ~~specific~~ blueprint outlines a phased ~~departure: approximately 250,000 people in the first year, 1.11 million within three years, and a total of 1.86 million by the end of the seventh year. To manage this, he has proposed creating~~ departure, proposing a dedicated migration ministry with an estimated budget of 17 billion euros, a move he intends to make a coalition demand following the October 27 elections. He suggested that emigrating families could receive financial support for two years at their new destinations, which may include Türkiye, Ethiopia, Congo, or unspecified Arab states. euros. Defense Minister Israel Katz has ~~continued to advocate~~ also advocated for de-populating Gaza, calling it the ‘only solution’ for the ~~region, and~~ region. While some officials have suggested large-scale migration could be considered if Hamas fails to meet specific commitments, the official government stance has faced scrutiny. In September 2026, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar clarified the government’s position during an event in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Saar stated that the ~~country is prepared~~ Israeli government has ‘no plans to forcibly expel or deport Palestinians ~~by all possible means. Additionally, former national security council head Giora Eiland remarked~~ from the Gaza Strip.’ He emphasized that ~~Israel has no interest in~~ while the ~~reconstruction of Gaza. While~~ government will not oppose Palestinians who choose to emigrate voluntarily to other countries, it ‘will not enforce such movement against their will.’ Despite these clarifications, the initiative ~~initially saw some support from Donald Trump in February 2025, the project has faced~~ faces significant ~~hurdles, including resistance from Hamas and a lack of international interest from host nations.~~ hurdles. Regional powers, including Egypt, Jordan, Qatar, ~~Saudi Arabia, Türkiye, the UAE, Pakistan,~~ and ~~Indonesia,~~ Türkiye, have rejected ~~the~~ such plans as violations of international law. Human rights advocates and international observers continue to warn that such policies could constitute forced displacement or ethnic cleansing, which are considered war crimes.

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