U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States will not send troops to Gaza, despite his recent strong warnings to Hamas amid escalating tensions in the region.
“It won’t be us,” Trump told reporters. “It won’t be necessary. There are people very close — very close — who will go in and do it very easily, but under our supervision,” he added, according to the Associated Press (AP).
Earlier, in a Truth Social post, Trump warned Hamas that the U.S. would have “no choice but to go in and kill them” if internal bloodshed continued in Gaza. His comments came shortly after a temporary ceasefire was established last week.
According to U.S. officials and allied nations, any ground operation in Gaza would require detailed assessments and coordination with regional partners. However, Trump’s latest remarks indicate a refusal to commit American forces, emphasizing instead the role of nearby regional actors who, he said, are “very close” and ready to act under U.S. oversight.
International and regional reactions to Trump’s statement are expected to be mixed. Some observers see it as a decisive warning without direct American military involvement, while others remain concerned about a potential escalation of violence in Gaza and neighboring territories.
Meanwhile, the international community continues to call for de-escalation, urging all sides to protect civilians and prevent further deterioration of the already fragile situation in the region.
