Trump stirs backlash with bizarre “Trump Gaza” video on Truth Social
Donald J. Trump's Truth Social profile shown on a phone screen held on hand, accessed on 20 February, 2025. (Getty Images)
A wave of outrage swept across Turkish and international social media channels after U.S. President Donald Trump shared a AI-generated video on his Truth Social platform on Wednesday, depicting his controversial vision for the future of the Gaza Strip.
The 33-second video opens with images of destruction and ruin in Gaza, displaying the words “Gaza 2025”, followed by the phrase “What’s next?” From there, the tone shifts, as the video transitions to a series of surreal scenes. Towering skyscrapers dominate the skyline, while children gaze upward as dollar bills fall from the sky.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk is shown enjoying hummus on a beach in what appears to be a newly-developed tourist destination, while a young boy holds a golden balloon adorned with Trump’s face. The video showcases Trump dancing in a nightclub, followed by “Trump Gaza” inscription at the entrance of skyscrapers and shown throughout the entire video. A massive golden statue of Trump is also prominently featured.
Towards the end of the clip Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu lounging beside Trump near a pool, both sipping beverages with the “Trump Gaza” sign clearly visible in the background.
Throughout these scenes a tune with the lyrics that include, “Donald’s coming to set you free, bringing the light for all to see, no more tunnels, no more fear, Trump Gaza is finally here, Trump Gaza’s shining bright, golden future, a brand new light, feast and dance, the deal is done, Trump Gaza number one.”
International reactions
Francesca Albanese (U.N. Special Rapporteur on Palestinian human rights):
- Condemned the video as “absurd.”
- Criticized the U.S. Administration for using “psychological overwhelming” tactics, with the intent to distract and disorient, normalizing the absurd while disrupting global stability.
Agnes Callamard (Secretary General of Amnesty International):
- Responded with a brief comment: “No words indeed. Beyond indecency.”
Matthew Standlen (Political commentator for BBC Radio 5 Live):
- Called the video “quite possibly the most disgusting, the most shameful, the most hideous public communication by a US President in living memory.”
Sarah Wilkinson (Palestinian rights activist):
- Labeled the video as “evil personified” and criticized it for turning Gaza’s suffering into a “real estate ad.”
- Described the depiction of Gaza in the video as a “sick” and commercialized fantasy.
- Expressed frustration that the video was not sparking enough outrage, especially given its portrayal of children catching falling dollars and the absurd nature of the content.
Kevin Maguire (political journalist):
- Stated, “Trump shouldn’t be in the White House. He should be in an asylum. This is crazy.”
Munir Nuseibah (Professor of international law at Al-Quds University):
- Criticized Trump’s stance on Gaza, stating, “He is talking as if the Palestinians are cattle, you can move them from one place to another. They have no agency, they have no say.”
