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Amid global alarm, top administration officials sought to soften President Trump’s proposal.
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Feb. 5, 2025, 3:17 p.m. ET

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Trump Officials Try to Walk Back Gaza Takeover Plan

Top administration officials directly contradicted President Trump over his proposal to force Palestinians out of Gaza and take it over, insisting that he had not committed to using U.S. troops to clear the territory.

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