Witkoff said the White House is trying to be transparent with negotiators and pushed back on the characterization of Trump calling for the clearing out of Gaza, saying Trump views it as humanitarian.
Trump's comments revived long-standing Palestinian fears of being permanently driven from their homes.
Trump first floated the suggestion of Jordan and Egypt taking in Palestinians from Gaza on Jan. 25.
If he receives the international support he deserves, President Trump will succeed at making Gaza great again.
Trump’s proposal to relocate Gazans to other countries has sparked global debate, challenging diplomatic norms and raising questions about Middle East peace strategies.
The Jerusalem Post does not endorse removing the Palestinians from Gaza or forcibly transferring them. However, the question remains of what Israel’s Arab neighbors can do more to help.
Sisi said Egypt would work with the new US president to reach peace between Israel and Palestinians based on a two-state solution.