In a scathing rebuke, North Korea has slammed the United States over President Donald Trump’s controversial plan to redevelop the war-ravaged Gaza Strip by relocating its residents elsewhere. The condemnation, issued by North Korean state media on Wednesday, adds to the mounting global criticism of Washington’s position on the Israeli-Palestinian crisis.
The Pyongyang-based Korea Central News Agency (KCNA) accused the U.S. of violating international sovereignty and attempting to reshape global territories through unilateral power. Referring to Trump’s statements as a “bomb declaration,” KCNA claimed that the American leader’s Gaza proposal is part of a broader strategy of aggressive expansionism. The agency also linked Trump’s previous remarks about absorbing Canada as the 51st U.S. state and his interest in purchasing Greenland as evidence of Washington’s hegemonic ambitions.
“The U.S. should awaken from its anachronistic daydream and stop at once the act of encroaching upon the dignity and sovereignty of other countries and nations,” the state-controlled outlet said. Pyongyang’s criticism reflects longstanding tensions between North Korea and the United States, with the reclusive regime frequently positioning itself as an opponent of Western interventionist policies.
Trump’s Gaza resettlement plan, first revealed last week, has sparked intense international backlash. Human rights organizations, Middle Eastern leaders, and the United Nations have condemned the proposal, with the UN warning that any forced displacement of Gaza’s population would constitute ethnic cleansing. Despite the global outcry, Trump has continued to defend his position, arguing that a U.S.-led redevelopment effort would stabilize the region and prevent further escalation of conflict.
The controversy surrounding the Gaza plan comes amid a fragile geopolitical landscape in the Middle East. The ongoing Israel-Palestine conflict has already displaced thousands, and the prospect of an externally imposed resettlement policy has heightened fears of further instability. Analysts warn that any such move could trigger widespread resistance and deepen anti-American sentiment across the region.
While North Korea’s criticism is unlikely to sway U.S. policy, it underscores the broader geopolitical ramifications of Trump’s remarks. Pyongyang has historically positioned itself as a vocal critic of American foreign interventions, using its state media to denounce U.S. actions in global affairs. The condemnation aligns with North Korea’s broader strategy of framing the United States as a destabilizing force in international politics.
The U.S. administration has yet to formally respond to North Korea’s remarks, but the White House remains under pressure to clarify its stance on the Gaza issue. With mounting international concerns and diplomatic tensions escalating, Trump’s plan has become a focal point in the global debate over the future of the Palestinian territories.
As the world watches closely, the question remains—will Washington proceed with its controversial resettlement strategy, or will the weight of international opposition force a policy shift? The coming weeks will be crucial in determining how this unprecedented geopolitical dispute unfolds.
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