First Thing: Trump says US will ‘own’ Gaza and that Palestinians should leave

President's comments, which in effect endorsed ethnic cleansing, have been condemned globally. Plus, CIA reportedly offers to buy out its staff

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Good morning.

Donald Trump has said the US will take over" Gaza and that Palestinians could live in peace and harmony" elsewhere, in effect endorsing the ethnic cleansing of the territory despite the opposition of Palestinians and neighbouring countries.

What did Netanyahu say? He praised Trump as the greatest friend Israel has ever had in the White House" and said it's worth paying attention" to his idea.

What have Arab leaders said about the resettlement of Palestinians? They have strongly rejected the idea, while Hamas has condemned it as an expulsion from their land".

How many federal workers have been offered buyouts? The White House offered 2 million full-time federal employees buyouts last week as Trump guts the civil service.