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Israeli Minister Proposes Controversial Gaza Settlement Plan

7/24/2025

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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich unveiled an ambitious plan to turn Gaza into a Jewish settlement, envisioning it as the "Riviera of the Middle East." This controversial proposal aims to house 1.2 million Jews and has drawn backing from hardline politicians, raising concerns amid the deepening humanitarian crisis fueled by a two-month aid blockade.

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Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich unveiled an ambitious plan to turn Gaza into a Jewish settlement, envisioning it as the "Riviera of the Middle East." This controversial proposal aims to house 1.2 million Jews and has drawn backing from hardline politicians, raising concerns amid the deepening humanitarian crisis fueled by a two-month aid blockade.