Israel reaffirms support for US plan to displace Gaza residents

Israel has confirmed its support for a U.S. plan to take control of Gaza and displace its Palestinian residents. This commitment comes as U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio meets with Saudi officials to discuss the controversial proposal, which faces opposition from Arab nations. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that after the conflict, there would be no Hamas or Palestinian Authority in Gaza. The U.S. remains open to alternative proposals but emphasizes that the current focus is on Trump's plan, which lacks detailed implementation strategies. In related developments, Israel plans to create a special agency for the voluntary departure of Gazans. Meanwhile, families of hostages held in Gaza marked 500 days of captivity, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis amid the conflict.