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Trump wants Egypt and Jordan to take in Palestinians from Gaza. Here's why they are likely to refuse


Published on 2025-01-26 05:01:06 - MSN
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  • President Donald Trump's suggestion that Egypt and Jordan take in Palestinians from the war-ravaged Gaza Strip is likely to be met with a hard "no" from the two U.S. allies and the Palestinians themselves who fear Israel would never allow them to return.

The article discusses former U.S. President Donald Trump's suggestion that Egypt and Jordan should accept Palestinian refugees from Gaza, a proposal that both countries are likely to reject. Trump's idea stems from his belief that these neighboring countries should take in the displaced Palestinians due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza. However, Egypt and Jordan have several reasons for their reluctance. Egypt fears that accepting large numbers of refugees could destabilize the region, potentially allowing militants to infiltrate and threaten national security. Additionally, Egypt has concerns about the economic burden and the political implications of such a move. Jordan, already hosting a significant Palestinian population, is wary of further demographic shifts that could alter its political landscape and has historically resisted policies that might imply a permanent solution to the Palestinian issue outside of their homeland. Both nations also argue that the international community should focus on finding a long-term solution within Palestinian territories rather than displacing the population further.

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