The next French Riviera? Really? What about the people of Gaza? What about a two-state solution? What about decency? What about humanity?
Donald Trump’s suggestion that Gaza could become “the next French Riviera” is more than tone-deaf—it is an outright insult to the people who have suffered unimaginable loss and devastation. Instead of proposing meaningful diplomatic efforts, he has reduced a humanitarian crisis to a real estate deal. Gaza is not a luxury development opportunity. It is the home of over two million people, many of whom have endured war, displacement, and hardship for generations.
Gaza: A Region in Ruins, Not a Playground for Developers
For months, the world has watched as Gaza suffers from ongoing airstrikes, blockades, and dire humanitarian conditions. The enclave, home to millions of people, has endured devastation at an unprecedented scale.
- More than 30,000 lives lost in recent conflicts.
- Critical infrastructure destroyed—hospitals, schools, and homes reduced to rubble.
- Basic necessities in short supply—food, clean water, and medical aid remain out of reach for many.
And yet, Trump’s solution is to build hotels and resorts? His vision ignores the deep-rooted grievances between Israelis and Palestinians, dismissing decades of occupation, dispossession, and suffering as though they could be papered over with beachfront condos. This is not diplomacy. This is exploitation.
Two-State Solution: The Only Path to Real Peace
There is no shortcut to peace. The only viable solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is the internationally recognized two-state solution—a sovereign Palestinian state alongside Israel. Yet, Trump’s rhetoric completely dismisses this approach, favoring a transactional, business-minded “deal” rather than serious diplomatic engagement.
During his presidency, he showed little interest in genuine peace:
- He moved the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem, disregarding Palestinian claims to the city.
- He cut aid to Palestinian refugees, worsening the humanitarian crisis.
- And he proposed his “Peace to Prosperity” plan, which was overwhelmingly rejected by Palestinian leaders for its lack of real sovereignty.
The idea that economic development alone could erase decades of oppression and occupation is not just naive—it is deeply offensive.
Gaza’s People Deserve More Than a Business Deal
The people of Gaza don’t need more political games. They need justice, human rights, and a real future.
- Gaza needs an end to occupation, not luxury hotels.
- Palestinians deserve human rights, not real estate schemes.
- Peace must be built through justice, not business deals.
A lasting solution requires negotiation, respect for international law, and a commitment to human dignity. Without these, no amount of beachfront development can erase the suffering of the people of Gaza.
Congressman Carter Issues Strong Statement
Real Solutions, Not Real Estate
Trump’s remarks about turning Gaza into a tourist hotspot are a grotesque misrepresentation of reality. Palestinians deserve peace, security, and self-governance—not a billionaire’s vision of a beachfront casino.
The world must reject profit-driven diplomacy and instead push for a solution that centers humanity, justice, and lasting peace. Gaza doesn’t need another Trump Tower. It needs freedom, dignity, and a future.