The former president insists on the immediate release of hostages, escalating tensions in the ongoing conflict.
Trump Issues Ultimatum to Hamas: Release Hostages or Face Consequences
Trump Issues Ultimatum to Hamas: Release Hostages or Face Consequences
In a heated social media message, Trump lays down a stark warning to Hamas regarding hostages in Gaza.
As tensions mount in the conflict involving Hamas, former President Donald Trump has issued a fiery ultimatum to the militant group via social media. He demandingly called on Hamas to release all hostages they are holding in Gaza or face dire consequences. This admonition follows a prior statement made during his congressional address, wherein he emphasized his administration's commitment to rescuing hostages without elaborating on strategic details.
On Wednesday, Trump's commanding message on Truth Social insisted that Hamas relinquish all hostages immediately. "Release all of the Hostages now, not later, and immediately return all of the dead bodies of the people you murdered, or it is OVER for you,” warned Trump, reflecting his confrontational approach in foreign policy.
Reports indicate that approximately 25 hostages, along with the remains of over 30 individuals, remain in Gaza, prompting strong remarks from Trump, who condemned Hamas as “sick and twisted” for retaining deceased captives. His urgency was clear: “I am sending Israel everything it needs to finish the job, not a single Hamas member will be safe if you don’t do as I say.”
Trump’s stark warning marks a continuation of confrontational tactics employed to achieve political goals. Despite his threats, diplomatic channels reportedly remain open, with ongoing discussions between U.S. officials and Hamas taking place in Qatar, while multiple cease-fire negotiations with Israel are in play.
In recent months, the armed conflict, ignited by Hamas's unprecedented attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, has resulted in the capture of roughly 250 hostages. The Palestinian authorities claim the conflict has led to over 45,000 Gazan deaths, though military assessments indicate that Hamas’s structural capacity remains intact despite losing ground from Israeli operations.
Previous cease-fires witnessed the release of over 100 hostages early on, with additional releases occurring during a subsequent truce in January, which included prisoner exchanges between Israel and Hamas. Notably, Trump omitted any references to such exchanges in his latest communication.
Moreover, the administration's recent military assistance to Israel, amounting to $4 billion, has been expedited through emergency measures invoked by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, bypassing Congress once again.
As discussions about the next phase of a cease-fire continue to stall between Israel and Hamas, tension continues to escalate, with Trump's recent statement intensifying the urgency for a resolution that addresses the fate of the remaining hostages.
Matthew Mpoke Bigg is a seasoned London-based reporter focusing on breaking news developments. For further updates, readers can check back as the situation unfolds.
On Wednesday, Trump's commanding message on Truth Social insisted that Hamas relinquish all hostages immediately. "Release all of the Hostages now, not later, and immediately return all of the dead bodies of the people you murdered, or it is OVER for you,” warned Trump, reflecting his confrontational approach in foreign policy.
Reports indicate that approximately 25 hostages, along with the remains of over 30 individuals, remain in Gaza, prompting strong remarks from Trump, who condemned Hamas as “sick and twisted” for retaining deceased captives. His urgency was clear: “I am sending Israel everything it needs to finish the job, not a single Hamas member will be safe if you don’t do as I say.”
Trump’s stark warning marks a continuation of confrontational tactics employed to achieve political goals. Despite his threats, diplomatic channels reportedly remain open, with ongoing discussions between U.S. officials and Hamas taking place in Qatar, while multiple cease-fire negotiations with Israel are in play.
In recent months, the armed conflict, ignited by Hamas's unprecedented attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, has resulted in the capture of roughly 250 hostages. The Palestinian authorities claim the conflict has led to over 45,000 Gazan deaths, though military assessments indicate that Hamas’s structural capacity remains intact despite losing ground from Israeli operations.
Previous cease-fires witnessed the release of over 100 hostages early on, with additional releases occurring during a subsequent truce in January, which included prisoner exchanges between Israel and Hamas. Notably, Trump omitted any references to such exchanges in his latest communication.
Moreover, the administration's recent military assistance to Israel, amounting to $4 billion, has been expedited through emergency measures invoked by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, bypassing Congress once again.
As discussions about the next phase of a cease-fire continue to stall between Israel and Hamas, tension continues to escalate, with Trump's recent statement intensifying the urgency for a resolution that addresses the fate of the remaining hostages.
Matthew Mpoke Bigg is a seasoned London-based reporter focusing on breaking news developments. For further updates, readers can check back as the situation unfolds.
