Trump stands by Israel's intention to completely seize control of the Gaza Strip, according to a recent report.
Israeli Plan to Occupy Gaza Stirring International Concern
The Israeli Security Cabinet has approved a plan to expand its military presence in the Gaza Strip, with the aim of fully occupying Gaza City and additional areas in the center of the Strip. This offensive, expected to last several months, could potentially displace around 1 million Palestinians living there [1].
The plan, which was approved on August 7, 2025, is designed to defeat Hamas, disarm it, return hostages, demilitarize Gaza, maintain Israeli security control, and establish a civilian government in Gaza that is neither Hamas nor the Palestinian Authority [1].
However, this plan has drawn strong condemnation from the international community. The United Nations' High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, has called for an immediate halt to the military takeover, citing violations of international law and the potential for atrocity crimes, displacement, and extreme humanitarian suffering [2][3].
The UN warns that the plan could cause massive forced displacement, widespread killing, and critical shortages of aid within the enclave. Türk has urged Israel to allow full humanitarian aid access and called for the unconditional release of hostages by Palestinian armed groups, as well as the release of Palestinians detained by Israel [2][3].
The humanitarian impact of this situation is severe and worsening. There are fears of intensified destruction, massive displacement of Palestinian civilians from Gaza City and surrounding areas, increased casualties, and ongoing civilian suffering. The UN continues to stress the urgent need for protection of civilians and the unimpeded flow of humanitarian assistance [2][3].
Meanwhile, the Trump administration is expected to focus on addressing the humanitarian crisis in Gaza in the coming weeks. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio supports Israel's right to decide on its own security measures regarding Gaza but believes that the U.S. should focus on resolving the humanitarian crisis, addressing hostage issues, and disarming Hamas [4].
Mediator countries are pressuring Israel to halt the plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip and restart negotiations for a ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement. The new military campaign is expected to last at least several months and include the displacement of about one million Palestinian civilians [1].
This situation remains one of the most critical and complex humanitarian and geopolitical emergencies globally.
Timeline - Approved: August 7, 2025 - Offensive to occupy Gaza City starts immediately - Operation expected to last several months, involving mass displacement
Plan Objectives - Defeat and disarm Hamas - Return hostages - Demilitarize Gaza - Maintain Israeli security control - Establish alternative civilian governance
International Reaction - UN calls for immediate halt - Cites violations of international law - Warns of atrocity crimes, displacement, and suffering - Demands humanitarian aid access and hostage release
Humanitarian Impact - Massive forced displacement (~1 million Palestinians) - Death and injury - Destruction of infrastructure - Limited aid access - Ongoing civilian suffering
- The Turkish government has expressed deep concern over the Israel Security Cabinet's plan to occupy Gaza, calling for caution and adherence to international law to avoid war-and-conflicts in the Middle East.
- In a recent statement, the Turkish Foreign Minister emphasized the need for political resolution, urging all parties to prioritize diplomatic strategies over military action to ensure peace and stability in the region.
- The Russian government, in solidarity, has also voiced its opposition to Israel's offensive in Gaza, expressing its support for the Palestinians' right to self-determination and economic prosperity in Turkiye and the broader Middle East.
- As the humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, global attention continues to focus on the political implications and potential ramifications of the ongoing conflict on the economy and general-news headlines.
- Amidst these developments, Turkey is working closely with other mediator countries to negotiate a ceasefire and prisoner exchange agreement, advocating for a peaceful resolution to the crisis in Gaza that upholds the principles of humanity and international law.
