Congress General Secretary Jairam Ramesh has strongly criticized former US President Donald Trump’s proposal regarding Gaza, calling it “bizarre,” “dangerous,” and “totally unacceptable.” In a post on social media, Ramesh emphasized that the only sustainable path to peace in West Asia is a two-state solution that upholds the rights of Palestinians while ensuring security for Israel. He also called on the Indian government to take a clear stance on the issue, pointing out that other global leaders had already expressed their views.
Trump’s controversial proposal involves the US taking control of Gaza, dismantling militant infrastructure, rebuilding the region, and focusing on its economic development. However, the plan has sparked global outrage. Senior Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri dismissed the idea as “ridiculous and absurd,” warning that such a move would further inflame tensions in the already volatile region. Hamas spokesperson Abdel Latif al-Qanou accused Trump of pushing a “racist” agenda aligned with Israel’s far-right, aiming to displace Palestinians.
The Palestinian Liberation Organization (PLO) also rejected Trump’s plan outright. PLO Secretary-General Hussein al-Sheikh reaffirmed the Palestinian leadership’s commitment to a two-state solution based on international law. Similarly, Riyad Mansour, the Palestinian representative to the United Nations, insisted that displaced Palestinians should have the right to return to their original homes in Israel.
Trump’s remarks have drawn widespread criticism, raising concerns that such unilateral interventions could escalate violence rather than foster peace. With India maintaining strong diplomatic ties with both Israel and Palestine, Ramesh’s demand for the Modi government to clarify its position adds to the growing international debate on the future of Gaza.
