Benny Gantz, chairman of the opposition National Unity party, welcomes US President Donald Trump's comments on the Gaza Strip, stating that they represent 'further proof of the deep alliance between the United States and Israel.' Gantz praises Trump's 'creative, original and interesting thinking' and emphasizes the importance of strengthening Israel's security. Trump, during Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to Washington, expressed his intention for the US to take over the Gaza Strip and resettle its people permanently.