UK (Parliament Politics Magazine) – British PM Keir Starmer called for the return of Palestinians to Gaza and their rebuilding, rejecting Donald Trump’s plan for US control of the territory.
While responding to Trump’s proposal to relocate people from Gaza and place the area under US authority, Sir Keir insisted that Palestinians must be permitted to return home.
What did Keir Starmer say about Palestinians rebuilding Gaza?
During PMQs, Keir Starmer stated that Palestinians
“must be allowed to rebuild and we should be with them in that rebuild on the way to a two-state solution.”
His comments came after the US president revealed a controversial plan for Gaza, while Keir Starmer refrained from directly criticizing President Trump but stressed that the issue with the ceasefire is its sustainability, ensuring hostages are released and assistance reaches Gaza urgently without delay.
Keir Starmer stated, “Two images are fixed in my mind: Emily Damari reunited with her mother, and thousands of Palestinians walking through rubble in Gaza. They must be allowed to return and rebuild, with our support on the path to a two-state solution.”
What did Ed Davey ask Starmer about Trump’s Gaza comments?
In response to Ed Davey’s call for reassurance, Mr Starmer confirmed that the British government would address concerns over President Trump’s comments to the White House firmly and promptly.
Mr Davey told Keir Starmer,
“Many of us were alarmed to hear President Trump speak about forcibly displacing 1.8 million people from Gaza.”
He expressed his satisfaction, saying,
“It’s reassuring that the foreign secretary has made it clear the government’s stance remains a two-state solution, supported by all parties in the house. But can the prime minister guarantee that the White House will be made aware of our serious concerns over these comments?”
How did foreign secretary David Lammy respond to Trump’s plan for Gaza?
David Lammy clarified that the UK opposed Trump’s Gaza proposal, although he praised the American president for his intention to rebuild the region.
During his visit to Ukraine in Kyiv, at a press conference, he stated, “Donald Trump is right,” adding, “Looking at those scenes, Palestinians who have been horrendously displaced over so many months of war, it is clear that Gaza is lying in rubble.”
Mr Lammy’s remarks highlighted the difficult situation faced by the UK and its allies, stressing the need to address President Trump’s proposal carefully to avoid increasing tensions with the United States.
What did Trump say about sending US troops to Gaza?
In a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump left open the possibility of US military involvement to enforce his plans for Gaza.
He remarked, “The only reason the Palestinians want to go back to Gaza is they have no alternative,” adding, “It’s right now a demolition site. This is just a demolition site. Virtually every building is down.”
Mr Trump stated Palestinians could live in peace in other regions while the US would take control of the Gaza Strip. He emphasized that the US would be responsible for clearing hazardous bombs and other weapons in the area.
What is the proposed solution for Palestine and Israel?
The only solution that is proposed for resolving disputes between these two countries is a two-state solution. This solution is backed by the UK and the US.
Israel dismissed the two-state solution idea, stressing that any final agreement should come through discussions with the Palestinians. However, the Palestinian Authority is in favour of a two-state solution, but Hamas rejects this proposal.