According to a report by NBC News, officials within the United States government have engaged in preliminary discussions concerning a proposal to relocate up to one million Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to Libya.
The proposed relocation would reportedly involve the United States unfreezing billions of dollars in Libyan assets that have remained inaccessible since the fall of Muammar Gadhafi’s regime in 2011. In return, Libya would serve as a potential destination for displaced Palestinians amid the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The discussions are said to remain in early stages, and no agreement has been reached.
A spokesperson for the National Security Council denied the report, calling the claims “untrue” and stating that the notion of relocating Palestinians to Libya is “untenable” under current conditions. The spokesperson further noted that such a plan “makes no sense,” given the realities on the ground.
Israel, which has been informed of the reported proposal, has not issued any official comment. The State Department declined to respond directly to inquiries.
Hamas, the governing authority in Gaza and a U.S.-designated terrorist organization, condemned the notion of relocation. Senior Hamas official Basem Naim told NBC News that Palestinians remain committed to their homeland and would reject any forced removal. “Only the Palestinian people have the right to determine their destiny,” Naim said.
The potential use of Libya as a destination for mass relocation has also drawn scrutiny due to Libya’s ongoing instability. Since the collapse of the Gadhafi regime, the nation has endured persistent internal conflict and division, making it an unlikely candidate for hosting a large refugee population.
If pursued, the relocation proposal would represent a significant shift in U.S. policy in the Middle East. However, the lack of formal confirmation and widespread skepticism surrounding the idea has raised questions about its feasibility and intent.
Prepared by Charisma Media Staff.
