Israeli officials say their goal is to provide long-term solutions for civilians caught in the crossfire, particularly by relocating them to safer environments
Israel’s Mossad director, David Barnea, visited Washington this week to advance a humanitarian relocation effort for Palestinians in Gaza, according to a report by Axios.
In meetings with US officials, Barnea requested that the White House support Israel’s outreach to several countries, specifically Ethiopia, Indonesia, and Libya, which may be open to receiving displaced Gazans.
Barnea met with White House envoy Steve Witkoff and suggested that US support, including incentives, could help persuade these nations to take part in what Israel stresses is a voluntary and humanitarian initiative. Witkoff listened but did not make a firm commitment.