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The Day · Friday 12 December 2025

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Trump Calls for Israeli Army Withdrawal from Gaza ‘Yellow Line’

Trump voices rejection of Israeli army presence at Gaza’s ‘yellow line’ and calls for its withdrawal, according to Israeli media reports. The statement marks a notable position, as Israeli forces continue operations in the area.

WASHINGTON DC, UNITED STATES – NOVEMBER 5: United States President Donald Trump departs at the White House to the Miami, Florida on November 5, 2025, in Washington DC. ( Celal Güneş – Anadolu Agency )

Trump has expressed opposition to the Israeli army’s presence at the Gaza ‘yellow line’ and has urged for its withdrawal, Israeli media report. This development comes at a time of heightened tensions and increased scrutiny of the situation in Gaza. Trump’s stance adds a new dimension to the discussions surrounding the military positioning of Israeli forces in and around Gaza.

According to the Israeli media, the former U.S. president stated that he does not support the current deployment of Israeli army units along the Gaza ‘yellow line’ and has called for their removal. The reports did not specify further details or the context of the statement. The term ‘yellow line’ commonly refers to demarcation lines or zones of military engagement, particularly in areas experiencing direct or indirect confrontations.

The Israeli army maintains a presence in various strategic points across Gaza and its perimeter, often justifying these deployments on the basis of security and operational readiness. However, Trump’s reported disapproval of such military positioning highlights growing concerns over continued Israeli military activity in the besieged territory.

Meanwhile, calls for Israeli army withdrawal from Gaza have echoed in various quarters amid the ongoing resistance on the ground. Trump’s call aligns with those urging a re-evaluation of policies related to Israeli military zones, particularly in areas close to civilian populations and contested lines.

The Israeli media outlet that reported Trump’s statement did not release further information regarding the time or platform on which the comments were made, leaving room for speculation on the motivation and potential impact of his remarks.

From its side, the Israeli army has not issued an official response to the reported statement by Trump. The lack of immediate reaction from military commanders or political leadership suggests an attempt to assess the implications of Trump’s position before making any public declarations.

In addition, observers note that Trump’s call may resonate within certain sectors that advocate for the demilitarization of spaces adjacent to populated areas in Gaza. Such positions have often been part of broader debates over the legality and humanitarian consequences of the Israeli army’s ongoing presence in the region.

As the situation unfolds, attention will remain on any formal clarification from Trump or Israeli officials, and on the potential shifts in military deployment policy on the ground. The mention of the ‘yellow line’—although not elaborated upon—underscores the continued strategic relevance of Gaza’s frontlines in the broader context of resistance and occupation.

Trump’s reported statement represents an intervention into a fraught and dynamic terrain. With no new developments announced at the time of this reporting, the issue remains under watch.

12 Dec, 11:51

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