Netanyahu again hints at the displacement of Palestinians, with South Sudan as a proposed destination.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday evening that Israel will allow residents of the Gaza Strip who wish to flee the war to leave for abroad, in a controversial move that comes as the conflict intensifies. Netanyahu confirmed in an interview with Israeli channel 'i24' that he seeks to realize U.S. President Donald Trump's vision regarding the relocation of a large portion of Gaza's population.

Netanyahu indicated that what he calls 'voluntary migration' is the most suitable option under the current circumstances, stating: 'I believe that the right thing, even according to the laws of war as I know them, is to allow the population to leave.' He explained that this measure aims to protect civilians from the effects of the ongoing conflict.

In the context of his remarks, Netanyahu mentioned that Israel is in talks with several countries that could host Palestinians wishing to leave, urging countries expressing concern for the Palestinians to open their doors to them. These statements come after previous calls for the deportation of Palestinians to other countries, which have raised significant fears among Palestinians.

Netanyahu also noted that his government is working to find third countries to receive Gaza residents, following Trump's proposal to relocate them and develop the area as a tourist destination. Far-right ministers in Netanyahu's coalition have called for a 'voluntary' departure of Palestinians.

In this context, Israel is in discussions with South Sudan regarding the possibility of relocating Palestinians from the Gaza Strip to its territory. Six people familiar with the matter confirmed these talks, but it remains unclear how much progress has been made in these negotiations.

The Israeli Foreign Ministry declined to comment on these discussions, while the South Sudanese Foreign Minister did not respond to inquiries on the subject. A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department also indicated that the department does not comment on private diplomatic discussions.

Joe Slavik, founder of an American lobbying firm working with South Sudan, mentioned that he was informed by South Sudanese officials about these talks, adding that an Israeli delegation plans to visit the country to discuss the possibility of establishing camps for Palestinians there.

Egyptian officials confirmed that they have been aware for months of Israel's attempts to find a country willing to accept Palestinians, including its communication with South Sudan, and expressed concern about a potential influx of refugees into their territory if these plans are implemented.

Any effort to relocate Palestinians outside Gaza will evoke memories of the 'Nakba' in 1948, as Palestinians consider these plans to represent forced displacement in violation of international law. These proposals have been met with widespread rejection from Palestinians, human rights organizations, and the international community.