Israeli minister presents plan to expel Gaza population
Ben-Gvir said 250,000 Palestinians should be expelled at first, followed by the rest of the population over six years, which would amount to war crimes.
- Why it matters
- The proposal, if implemented, could constitute forced displacement of a civilian population during an active conflict, with potential legal and humanitarian consequences under international law.
- Most affected
- Palestinian residents of Gaza — Subject to proposed expulsion plan spanning six years.
Israeli government — Faces proposal that commentators characterize as potential war crimes. - Likely next
- Whether the Israeli government formally adopts, rejects, or distances itself from the expulsion plan.
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