Iran rejects U.S. plan to 'forcibly displace' Palestinians from Gaza
The Hindu
Iran condemns Trump's plan to forcibly displace Palestinians from Gaza as a violation of international law.
Iran's Foreign Ministry rejected Thursday (February 6, 2025) what it called a "shocking" plan laid out by U.S. President Donald Trump to take over Gaza and "forcibly displace" Palestinians from the coastal territory.
"The plan to clear Gaza and forcibly displace the Palestinian people to neighbouring countries is considered a continuation of the Zionist regime's (Israel) targeted plan to completely annihilate the Palestinian nation, and is categorically rejected and condemned," said Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei.
Mr. Trump on Tuesday (February 4) declared "the U.S. will take over the Gaza Strip and we will do a job with it, too. We'll own it".
Speaking alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Mr. Trump talked about "permanently" moving Palestinians out of Gaza.
The plan sparked uproar from Arab governments and world leaders, with the United Nations warning against "ethnic cleansing" in the Palestinian territory.
The Trump administration appeared to backtrack Wednesday on the President's comments, with Washington's top diplomat saying any transfer of Gazans would be temporary.
Mr. Baqaei described Mr. Trump's plan as "an unprecedented attack on the fundamental principles and foundations of international law and the United Nations Charter."
Iran's Foreign Minister criticises Trump's "maximum pressure" policy, denies nuclear ambitions, and calls for diplomatic talks.
President Trump signs executive order preventing transgender women and girls from participating in female sports, sparking controversy.
U.K. Foreign Secretary David Lammy announces new support package for Ukraine, including aid for energy system and grain exports.
Argentina withdraws from WHO due to health management differences, echoing Trump's move, citing lack of independence and sovereignty concerns.
Greece supports India Middle East Economic Corridor, aims to boost trade and investment with India, plans new consulates.
Congress criticizes Trump's plan to take over Gaza, calling it bizarre, dangerous, and unacceptable for the region's future.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reiterates Pakistan's support for Kashmir through dialogue with India, urging resolution of issues peacefully.
Bangladesh's interim government seeks extradition of ousted PM Hasina from India under ICT arrest warrants.
US deports Indian migrants amid tightening immigration laws, sparking diplomatic tensions between the two countries.
Sri Lankan government denies plans to arrest former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa in Easter Sunday bombings case.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte impeached by House of Representatives after bitter political feud with President's allies.
Tulsi Gabbard approved by Senate committee for DNI, faces bipartisan scepticism, expected to face wider Senate vote.
China values EU ties, seeks reliable cooperation; EU aims to engage with US swiftly amid tariff threats.