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Despite the Israeli right-wing's enthusiasm over US President Donald Trump's plan to deport Gaza's residents, and the potential for similar relocation projects in the West Bank, rational voices have dismissed it as "mere illusions" that could have serious consequences not only for Palestinians but also for Israel.

The Israeli government, led by Benjamin Netanyahu, is treating Trump's plan as a serious project, and preparations are underway for its potential implementation, with the Security Cabinet scheduled to meet following Netanyahu’s return to discuss it.

Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has ordered the military to prepare a "smooth" plan for the deportation. However, political and military experts have called for caution, urging the public to wait a few days for the situation to stabilize.

Former Prime Minister Ehud Barak criticized Trump's proposal as "fantasy," saying, "This does not appear to be a plan that anyone has studied seriously. It looks like a trial balloon or perhaps an attempt to support for Israel." Barak suggested that Trump's statements might be an effort to convince Arab leaders to take action to push Hamas out of power.

In the midst of this, the families of Israeli hostages held by Hamas have raised concerns about the fate of the 79 Israelis still imprisoned in Gaza. Boaz Zlamonovitch, the son of one of the hostages, criticized Trump's approach, stating that while he appreciates Trump’s efforts in releasing 13 hostages, the plan could backfire and lead to a renewed war.

Families of the captives are planning to meet with Trump next week to encourage him to bring an end to the war and secure the release of all hostages.

The Haaretz newspaper published an editorial titled "Not Serious," labeling Trump's plan to control Gaza and relocate Palestinians to Egypt, Jordan, and other countries as something that would typically be disregarded. However, because Trump is the U.S. president, the newspaper warned that his statements should not be taken lightly. The editorial condemned the plan as an insult to both Palestinians and Israelis, pointing out that forced deportations violate international humanitarian law.

The Yedioth Ahronoth newspaper warned that Trump's endorsement of Netanyahu could prompt new conditions that might jeopardize the hostages' deal and possibly lead to the return of Itamar Ben-Gvir to the government, further complicating the Gaza conflict.

In a public opinion poll conducted by Channel 13, 72% of Israelis supported the U.S. proposal, but 47% doubted its implementation, with 66% believing that ending the war and completing the hostages' deal should be the immediate priority.