LONG ISLAND, NY (VINnews)-In a recent interview with Alan Skorski, Avi Abelow, an IDF reserve soldier and prominent commentator, shared his thoughts on President Donald Trump’s proposal to relocate Gaza’s population and transform the area into the “Riviera of the Middle East.” During the press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump suggested relocating Gazans to neighboring Arab countries while stating that the United States could take over Gaza during its rebuilding phase.
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Abelow began the interview by expressing disappointment over the recent hostage deal between Israel and Hamas, calling it a rushed decision to finalize before the U.S. presidential inauguration. He argued that Israel could have negotiated better terms with more time and strategic planning.
Shifting focus to the future of Gaza, Abelow asserted that once the area is rebuilt, it should be returned to its “rightful owners”—the state of Israel. He firmly rejected the idea of handing over Gaza to any external powers, including the U.S. He emphasized that Gaza, historically a part of the biblical lands of Israel, belongs under Israeli sovereignty, not foreign control.
Interviewer Alan Skorski facilitated the discussion, prompting Abelow to elaborate on his belief that the international community often unfairly focuses on Israel’s actions without addressing the real threats faced by its citizens. Skorski’s insightful questions helped Abelow explain his position, particularly regarding the imbalance in how Israel is perceived versus the treatment of terrorist organizations like Hamas.
Abelow stressed that the rebuilding of Gaza should serve Israel’s long-term security interests and ensure the area remains under Israeli control, despite the ambitious vision laid out by President Trump. He also highlighted the importance of Israel leading the process of reconstruction without interference from outside forces.
The interview concluded with both Abelow and Skorski discussing the broader implications of this vision for Gaza, particularly in light of ongoing debates over the region’s rightful ownership and international involvement.
