Report: "IDF Moves Forward with Gaza Relocation Plan"

Earlier today, Walla News defense correspondent reported that the IDF has begun advancing its plans for the relocation of Gazans. According to IDF sources, Major General Rassan Alian, the Coordinator of Government Activities in the Territories (COGAT), presented an initial plan for the voluntary evacuation of Gaza’s population to Defense Minister Israel Katz. This presentation, requested by Minister Katz, included proposals for further planning and refinement of the initiative.

IDF estimates suggest that if Egypt refuses to open the Rafah Crossing—citing concerns that Palestinians may choose to remain in Egypt—alternative evacuation routes will be considered. These may include establishing corridors via land or sea, enabling Palestinians to reach airports from where they can be transported to designated host countries.

The Israeli security establishment is basing the initiative on legal counsel that asserts international law obligates countries to accept Palestinian refugees, as they are fleeing an active conflict zone. This argument is being utilized to encourage host nations to participate in the relocation plan.

According to military sources, the initial concept will evolve into a structured plan, pending guidance and approval from the political leadership. The progression of the plan will depend on several key factors:

Sources informed Walla that one country has already expressed willingness to examine the Israeli-American proposal. The Israeli security establishment assesses that U.S. President Donald Trump is determined to implement the plan as part of a broader effort to bring regional change.