Palestinian Ambassador Challenges Trump’s Gaza Strip Proposal as Violation of International Law
The Gaza Strip, according to Palestinian Ambassador to Ireland Jilan Wahba Abdalmajid, is not a business deal but an integral part of the Palestinian nation, which holds legitimate rights under international law.
Ambassador Advocates for Palestinian Rights
“We are a nation, we’re not nothing in this world,” Abdalmajid stated in an interview with The Irish Times. She emphasized that every Palestinian on earth believes in their just cause, emphasizing their deep roots in Palestine.
Abdalmajid stressed, “No one has the right to uproot us from our land. We will never give up our land, we will not go back to another Balfour Declaration.”
Trump’s Unprecedented Proposal
Abdalmajid’s remarks are a direct response to US President Donald Trump’s proposal to relocate the 1.8 million Palestinian inhabitants of the Gaza Strip to neighboring countries and transform the area into a “Riviera of the Middle East.”
Trump made these comments during a press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu, suggesting an end to the decades-long conflict in Gaza.
Ambassador Calls Trump’s Proposal Insensitive
Acknowledging Trump’s history of unpredictability, Abdalmajid described his latest comments as “beyond anyone’s expectation.” She criticized his approach, stating that he treats the Palestinian people as if they do not exist.
“He’s talking about Gaza as if it’s a business deal, as if the land doesn’t belong to people. They have a legitimate right to that land that is recognised by international law,” Abdalmajid said.
Gaza Conflict Overview
More than 46,000 individuals were killed during the 15-month war in Gaza, with over half being women, children, or older people, according to Palestinian health authorities. The conflict sparked when Hamas-led attacks on Israel in October 2023 resulted in 1,200 deaths and 250 hostages.
A three-stage ceasefire was announced in January 2024 after months of negotiations, but unrest continues in the West Bank. The UN has described “shocking scenes” of violence there this week, warning that this instability could undermine the Gaza ceasefire and lead to a new escalation.
International Law Violation
Abdalmajid argues that Trump’s proposal to “take over the Gaza Strip” is a serious violation of international law. She affirmed that the Gaza Strip is part of the state of Palestine along with the West Bank, including East Jerusalem and the 1967 borders.
Appeal to International Community
Abdalmajid urged the international community to take action following Trump’s comments. She expressed concern that Gaza might just be the first target, with control over Greenland or Canada following.
“The international community must stand up for this because today is Gaza, tomorrow it could be Greenland, after tomorrow it could be Canada,” she warned. “The new American administration is trying to control the whole world, and no one is saying anything.”
She emphasized, “We don’t want any more statements just saying ‘we support you.’ We need actions. I’m not saying ‘attack,’ but you have to stand up for your rights.”
Conclusion
The Palestinian ambassador’s robust stance highlights the ongoing complexities of the conflict in Gaza and underscores the genuine rights and aspirations of the Palestinian people. As the international community watches, it becomes imperative to advocate not only words but tangible actions to support these fundamental rights.
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