Hamas Angered by Trump’s Proposed Gaza Video

International Desk

U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed relocating the 2.1 million residents of the war-torn Gaza Strip and transforming the area into an attractive tourist destination. He has even presented a development plan for this purpose. However, the main obstacle to his plan is the Palestinians themselves.

Undeterred, Trump, who began his second term as U.S. President on January 20, has been showcasing his vision for Gaza to the world in various ways. As part of this effort, he recently posted a video created with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) on his social media platform, Truth Social.

The video depicts a massive golden statue of Trump erected in Gaza, portraying him as a ruler. Meanwhile, his close ally and the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, is seen sitting and enjoying hummus, a popular Middle Eastern dish.

Another scene shows Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lounging on Gaza’s beach, sipping cocktails and sunbathing shirtless. In the background, skyscrapers and luxurious yachts with elegant designs are visible.

While many found humor in Trump’s video, Hamas has reacted strongly to it.

Basem Naim, a spokesperson for Hamas and a member of its political bureau, told *Newsweek*, “The U.S. President’s plan for Gaza contradicts the culture and interests of the people here.”

He added, “The people of Gaza are waiting for the day when they will see their city rebuilt, the economy revitalized, and a bright future ensured for every child. But Gaza is now a massive prison. That day will never come as long as this imprisonment continues. We are not fighting to improve the conditions of the prison; we are struggling to free ourselves from this prison and its jailers.”

It is worth noting that a ceasefire is currently in effect in Gaza.

The war that began with Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, has resulted in the deaths of nearly 49,000 Palestinians. Over 100,000 people have been left homeless. After nearly a year and a half of conflict, Gaza has been reduced to rubble.