A harsh statement against Israeli far-right ministers Smotrich and Ben Gvir, who called for the Palestinians to leave the Gaza Strip from the United States. “We have been clear, consistent and categorical that Gaza is Palestinian land and will remain Palestinian land,” the White House said.

“The United States rejects recent statements by Israeli ministers Bezalel Smotrich and Itamar Ben Gvir supporting the resettlement of Palestinians outside of Gaza. This rhetoric is inflammatory and irresponsible. We have been told repeatedly and consistently by the government of Israel, including the prime minister, that such statements do not reflect the policy of the Israeli government. They should stop immediately,” the American official said.

“We were clear, consistent and unequivocal that Gaza is Palestinian land and will remain Palestinian land, with Hamas no longer in control of its future and with no terrorist groups able to threaten Israel. This is the future we seek, in the interest of the Israelis and Palestinians, the surrounding area and the world,” it is said.