3rd January, 2024
By Kazeem Ugbodaga
The United States (U.S.) has rejected recent statements from Israeli Ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir advocating for the resettlement of Palestinians outside of Gaza.
Spokesperson, U.S. Department of State, Matthew Miller, in a statement on Tuesday said this rhetoric is inflammatory and irresponsible.
“We have been told repeatedly and consistently by the Government of Israel, including by the Prime Minister, that such statements do not reflect the policy of the Israeli government. They should stop immediately,” the U.S. said.
According to the U.S. “We have been clear, consistent, and unequivocal that Gaza is Palestinian land and will remain Palestinian land, with Hamas no longer in control of its future and with no terror groups able to threaten Israel.
“That is the future we seek, in the interests of Israelis and Palestinians, the surrounding region, and the world.”