Israeli figures have expressed mixed reactions to Trump's plans to turn Gaza into a 'Riviera', with some praising his creativity and others expressing concerns about the impact on hostages. National Unity chairman Benny Gantz praised Trump's alliance with Israel and his plans for Gaza, while Yisrael Beytenu chairman Avigdor Liberman thanked Trump for his commitment to Israel's security. National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir agreed with Trump's call for emigration from Gaza, while Diaspora and antisemitism minister Amichai Chikli called the statement a 'geopolitical earthquake'. Opposition leader Yair Lapid expressed caution and emphasized the importance of completing the hostage deal.