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Israel Plans Controversial Exodus for 1.8 Million Gazans

3/13/2025

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Gaza is reeling from the devastating aftermath of 15 months of conflict sparked by Hamas on October 7, 2023. In response, Israeli officials, led by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, are crafting a controversial plan to facilitate the exodus of 1.8 million Gazans, working alongside the U.S. to identify potential host countries amidst daunting logistical hurdles.

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Gaza is reeling from the devastating aftermath of 15 months of conflict sparked by Hamas on October 7, 2023. In response, Israeli officials, led by Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich, are crafting a controversial plan to facilitate the exodus of 1.8 million Gazans, working alongside the U.S. to identify potential host countries amidst daunting logistical hurdles.