Judging Freedom [SPECIAL] COL. Douglas Macgregor: Can the US Own Gaza?
Feb 6, 2025
Colonel Douglas Macgregor, a renowned military analyst and foreign policy expert, shares his insights on U.S. involvement in Gaza. He critiques President Trump's remarks on potential U.S. control over the region and examines the challenges of military occupation, touching on historical failures. Macgregor emphasizes the need for a reassessment of U.S. foreign policy and highlights the importance of focusing on domestic issues. His discussion urges for a nuanced approach to military engagements and the implications for displaced individuals.
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US Ownership of Gaza Proposal
- President Trump suggested the US take ownership of Gaza, dismantle weapons, and redevelop the area.
- This proposal, made alongside Israeli PM Netanyahu, sparked significant controversy and was later retracted.
Trump's Misunderstanding of Gaza
- President Trump tweeted about Israel turning Gaza over to the US, demonstrating a lack of understanding.
- Israel has failed to control Gaza effectively, and other regional powers like Egypt have refused responsibility for it.
Begin and Sadat on Gaza
- After the 1973 war, Israeli PM Begin attempted to give Gaza to Egypt.
- Egyptian President Sadat refused, stating that Gazans were not Egyptian and Gaza was not part of Egypt.