Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri said on Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks about taking over the Gaza Strip are "ridiculous" and "absurd" and could destabilise the Middle East. "Trump's remarks about his desire to control Gaza are ridiculous and absurd,

Marzouk told RIA that talks with the U.S. have become a kind of necessity for Hamas, considering that Washington is a key player in the Middle East. "That is why we welcomed the talks with the Americans and have no objection to this issue," he added. Copyright 2025 Thomson Reuters.

Hamas has rejected US President Donald Trump's proposal to take control of the Gaza Strip, labeling it as "racist" and a ploy to eliminate the Palestinian cause. Trump suggested the US would redevelop Gaza and create economic opportunities,