By Abidemi Samuel
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In a recent press conference, President-elect Donald Trump reiterated his threat to Hamas, stating that “all hell will break out” in the Middle East if the terrorist
organization fails to release the approximately 100 hostages it is holding in Gaza. Trump’s warning comes as his Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, expressed optimism about a potential ceasefire deal that could see some of the captives freed.
The hostage crisis has been a major point of contention in the region, with dozens of the captives believed to be dead. Trump’s threat is seen as an attempt to pressure Hamas into releasing the hostages before he takes office on January 20.
The President-elect emphasized that relatives of the hostages who have been killed have reached out to him, seeking his help in recovering their loved ones’ bodies. Securing the release of the hostages and negotiating a ceasefire
deal is a shared priority for both outgoing President Joe Biden and Trump. However, previous negotiations have faltered due to mutual recriminations. Witkoff’s optimism about a potential deal suggests that progress is being made, but Trump’s threat underscores the
urgency of the situation. Trump’s warning to Hamas is clear: if the hostages are not released, “all hell will break out” in the Middle East. This threat implies severe consequences for Hamas and the region as a whole.
With tensions already running high, the situation remains volatile, and the international community is watching with bated breath.
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