The ideal of remaining on one’s land despite threats of expulsion is at the heart of the Palestinians’ struggle and self-identity, and was on vivid display last week when hundreds of thousands returned to northern Gaza despite its near-total destruction.

President Donald Trump's suggestion the US could "take over" and "own" Gaza, resettling its population in the process, has been met with shock and condemnation. The comments come as a ceasefire is under way between Hamas and Israel, and amid questions about Gaza's post-conflict future.