Trump’s Gaza blueprint unfolds

The latest settlement plan denies West Bank contiguity

In early 2025, President Donald Trump unveiled one of the most controversial and shocking proposals in modern Middle Eastern history: a plan to forcibly relocate nearly two million Palestinians from Gaza and the West Bank to neighbouring Arab countries and turn Gaza into what he called the “Riviera of the Middle East.”

Standing alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump described this plan as an “opportunity” for Palestinians to live elsewhere while Israel would retain full control of Gaza, the West Bank, and Jerusalem. Netanyahu strongly endorsed the vision, calling it “free choice” for Palestinians, but global human rights organizations and numerous governments immediately recognized it for what it truly was— a blueprint for mass displacement and the erasure of Palestinian identity. Arab nations, including Jordan and Egypt, rejected the plan outright, calling it “unrealistic, immoral, and illegal,” while international observers compared it to historical examples of ethnic cleansing and warned that implementing such a policy would constitute a grave violation of international law.

The proposal became a political fault line that deepened existing divisions while simultaneously fuelling the already volatile situation on the ground. When Palestinians refused to leave their ancestral homes, Israel intensified its military operations in Gaza and parts of the West Bank. As the offensive escalated, the human toll became catastrophic. Verified figures from multiple independent sources, including the United Nations and major news agencies, confirm that more than 60,000 Palestinians have been killed so far, with tens of thousands more wounded or permanently disabled. Among them are thousands of children whose lives were cut short and countless families torn apart. Hospitals, schools, and residential neighborhoods have been reduced to rubble, leaving survivors without shelter, medical care, or hope for stability.

Gaza, already one of the most densely populated areas in the world, now faces near-total devastation. The destruction of its infrastructure has created a humanitarian catastrophe, with shortages of food, clean water, and electricity, alongside widespread starvation and disease. Despite growing international pressure, Israel continues its operations largely with impunity, confident of Washington’s unwavering political and financial backing.

What makes this moment profoundly alarming is not just the scale of destruction but the alignment of global powers enabling it. Netanyahu’s government views this offensive as a historical opportunity to annex and expand illegal settlements across Gaza and the West Bank, effectively erasing the possibility of a future Palestinian state. Israel’s finance minister Bezalel Smotrich has openly stated that the approval of settlement construction in the sensitive E1 corridor, east of Jerusalem, will “bury forever the idea of Palestinian statehood.” This controversial settlement project, covering nearly 12 square kilometers, would split the West Bank into disconnected northern and southern zones, making territorial continuity impossible. Despite this blatant defiance of international law, Israel secured silent complicity from the U.S. administration, which has refused to intervene and continues to provide military aid and diplomatic cover.

The time to act is now. The responsibility does not rest solely on the shoulders of Palestinians or their immediate neighbors—it belongs to the entire world. The struggle in Gaza is not a local issue; it is a global moral reckoning. A future built on dispossession and death cannot bring security or peace to anyone, not Israelis, not Palestinians, not the wider world. Justice must rise above power, and humanity must triumph over indifference, or else the Gaza tragedy will be remembered not only for its suffering but for the silence that allowed it to happen.

But while Trump’s administration appears satisfied that elements of its relocation vision are unfolding, the global backlash has been unprecedented. In a rare show of unity, 21 countries, including Australia, the United Kingdom, France, Canada, Italy, Spain, and Sweden, issued a joint statement condemning Israel’s settlement plans and declaring them a “flagrant violation of international law.” These nations further demanded that Israel halt construction immediately and allow unrestricted humanitarian access into Gaza.

Australia, in particular, emerged as a surprising leader among Western countries. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s government not only condemned Israel’s actions but also announced conditional recognition of a Palestinian state, joining a growing coalition of nations willing to defy U.S. and Israeli pressure. In an even bolder move, Canberra canceled the visa of far-right Israeli lawmaker Simcha Rothman, citing inflammatory remarks, which triggered retaliatory action from Israel, including revoking the residency visas of Australian diplomats assigned to the Palestinian Authority. Despite Netanyahu’s personal attacks labeling Albanese “weak” and accusing him of “betraying Israel,” the Australian government stood firm, underscoring its commitment to humanitarian principles over political expediency.

Equally significant has been the role of European countries, many of which have quietly broken away from Washington’s long-standing alignment with Israeli policy. The joint condemnation of settlement expansion, combined with growing calls for an arms embargo, represents a notable shift in Western diplomacy. These nations have prioritized international law and human rights over geopolitical convenience, risking trade disruptions, diplomatic backlash, and influence from powerful pro-Israel lobbies. Their recognition of Palestinian statehood and coordination of humanitarian aid pipelines mark a decisive moment in global politics: a willingness to prioritize justice over fear.

However, what remains most heartbreaking is the near-total silence from many Muslim-majority countries. While Jordan and Egypt firmly rejected Trump’s relocation plan and proposed alternative reconstruction frameworks, the broader Muslim world has offered little beyond statements of sympathy. Despite representing nearly two billion people and controlling immense financial, political, and energy resources, these governments have largely avoided taking tangible steps such as imposing economic sanctions, severing trade, withdrawing ambassadors, or leveraging international forums to isolate Israel diplomatically. For Palestinians under siege, this silence has become a source of profound disillusionment. They have watched as Christian-majority nations like Australia, Ireland, Spain, and Norway have risked their alliances and economic interests to condemn Israel’s actions, while many Muslim capitals have remained passive spectators to the destruction of Gaza.

The hypocrisy deepens when viewed against the backdrop of global public opinion. Massive protests have erupted across Europe, North America, and Latin America, with millions marching to demand an end to Israeli attacks and calling for justice for Palestinians. Social media movements amplifying calls for boycott, divestment, and sanctions have gained unprecedented traction, putting increasing pressure on Western governments. Yet, Muslim leaders— despite being historically viewed as guardians of Palestinian rights— have avoided leveraging their collective influence on the global stage, citing domestic instability, economic vulnerability, or geopolitical alliances. This silence has left Palestinians feeling politically abandoned, not only by their adversaries but by their own supposed allies.

The figures paint an undeniable picture. Over two million people in Gaza remain trapped in what experts describe as the world’s largest open-air prison. More than 60,000 are dead, hundreds of thousands wounded, and over 80 percent of Gaza’s population displaced. Entire families have been wiped out. The Israeli E1 settlement plan threatens to divide the West Bank permanently, effectively eliminating the possibility of a contiguous Palestinian state. The combined impact of military aggression, illegal land annexations, forced displacement proposals, and blockade-induced starvation amounts to what international rights groups describe as collective punishment on an unprecedented scale.

And yet, amidst this tragedy, glimmers of hope remain. Australia’s bold defiance and the growing list of nations recognizing Palestine represent cracks in the seemingly unshakable wall of impunity Israel has enjoyed for decades. The collective action of 21 countries in challenging illegal settlements shows that alliances are shifting, even if slowly. These countries have demonstrated that moral courage can coexist with diplomacy and that choosing humanity over expediency carries weight on the international stage.

Still, history will not only remember the oppressors and the victims but also those who stood silent when their voices were most needed. While Netanyahu pursues his vision of territorial expansion and Trump celebrates the partial implementation of his relocation plan, the burden of conscience now rests on the global community. The lesson is painfully simple: neutrality in the face of oppression always favors the oppressor. The failure of powerful Muslim states to mobilize meaningful resistance has left an indelible scar on the collective identity of the Muslim world and a haunting question for generations to come: when Gaza cried for help, why was the silence louder than the bombs?

The Gaza crisis has transcended borders, religions, and political ideologies. It is no longer about negotiations between two adversaries; it is about humanity’s willingness to defend the right to exist, the right to dignity, and the right to justice. Every government, every institution, and every individual faces a choice between complicity and courage. History will record the nations that risked alliances, economic interests, and political capital to uphold international law, and it will equally remember those that turned away. As images of starving children, destroyed neighborhoods, and grieving families continue to emerge, the call to conscience grows louder.

The time to act is now. The responsibility does not rest solely on the shoulders of Palestinians or their immediate neighbors—it belongs to the entire world. The struggle in Gaza is not a local issue; it is a global moral reckoning. A future built on dispossession and death cannot bring security or peace to anyone, not Israelis, not Palestinians, not the wider world. Justice must rise above power, and humanity must triumph over indifference, or else the Gaza tragedy will be remembered not only for its suffering but for the silence that allowed it to happen.

Qamar Bashir
Qamar Bashir
The writer retired as Press Secretary the the President, and is former Press Minister at Embassy of Paikistan to France and former MD, Shalimar Recording & Broadcasting Company Limited

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