German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has condemned former U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to relocate Palestinians and turn Gaza into a “Riviera of the Middle East.” Speaking in Ankara, Steinmeier said the idea was “unacceptable under international law” and generated “deep concern” in the
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier on Wednesday dismissed Donald Trump’s suggestion that the U.S. take over Gaza and develop it into a resort, calling the idea “unacceptable.”
Speaking alongside Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan at a joint press conference at the Presidential Palace in Ankara, Steinmeier warned that proposals to expel Palestinians from Gaza were not only legally unsound but also unlikely to be a “serious basis” for upcoming talks between regional actors and the U.S. administration.
“Such proposals are not only unacceptable under international law. I also do not believe that they will form a serious basis for the upcoming talks,” Steinmeier said.
Trump’s remarks have drawn global criticism. Russia, China, and Germany have warned that the plan could fuel “new suffering and new hatred,” while Saudi Arabia has rejected it outright.
Barely two weeks into his return to office, Trump’s announcement marked a stark departure from decades of U.S. policy. The proposal followed nearly 16 months of Israeli bombardment that has left Gaza in ruins and killed more than 47,000 people, according to Palestinian figures.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
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United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed resettling Palestinians and placing Gaza under U.S. control, envisioning it as a luxury resort. The plan, announced in Washington alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, has drawn sharp criticism from world leaders and human rights groups.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
Western Australia has called a state election for March 8, marking a crucial test for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party ahead of a close federal vote due by May. A strong opposition showing could increase pressure on the national government.
The United States must take the first step in mending ties with Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Wednesday, accusing Washington of past failures to engage with Moscow and attempting to inflict a "strategic defeat" on Russia.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
Western Australia has called a state election for March 8, marking a crucial test for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party ahead of a close federal vote due by May. A strong opposition showing could increase pressure on the national government.
The United States must take the first step in mending ties with Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Wednesday, accusing Washington of past failures to engage with Moscow and attempting to inflict a "strategic defeat" on Russia.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
Trump’s executive order banning transgender women from female sports has turned a legal debate into a national battle. Supporters call it a fairness measure under Title IX, while opponents say it violates civil rights protections. With lawsuits expected, the issue is likely headed to the courts.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier met in Ankara on Wednesday to discuss regional conflicts, Türkiye-EU relations, and economic cooperation. The talks covered Syria, Gaza, and the war in Ukraine, alongside trade and migration policies.
Western Australia has called a state election for March 8, marking a crucial test for Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s Labor Party ahead of a close federal vote due by May. A strong opposition showing could increase pressure on the national government.
The United States must take the first step in mending ties with Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said Wednesday, accusing Washington of past failures to engage with Moscow and attempting to inflict a "strategic defeat" on Russia.
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has warned U.S. President Donald Trump against any forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza, following Trump’s proposal for the U.S. to take over the enclave and relocate its residents elsewhere.
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