Trump Threatens Hamas: ‘All Hell to Pay’ Over Gaza Hostages
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Hamas, demanding the release of hostages held in Gaza by January 20, 2025, the day he is set to take office. Trump vowed that “all hell” would break loose in the Middle East if his demands were not met.
The declaration follows Hamas’s attack on southern Israel on October 7, 2023, during which 1,200 people were killed, and 251 hostages were taken. Israel responded with a devastating campaign in Gaza that has left over 44,000 people dead and the territory in ruins.
A Strong Message to Hamas
Trump’s comments, made via his Truth Social account, read:
“If the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY… Those responsible will be hit harder than anybody has been hit in the long and storied history of the United States of America.”
The ultimatum comes after Hamas released a video showing hostage Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American, pleading for his release. The group blamed Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for blocking a potential hostage exchange.
Implications of Trump’s Warning
Trump’s threat signals potential shifts in U.S. foreign policy under his leadership. While campaigning, he positioned himself as an anti-war candidate, pledging to resolve conflicts like the Ukraine war “in a day.” However, his comments suggest a willingness to take decisive military action against Hamas.
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Ceasefire Efforts in Lebanon and Gaza
Efforts for a ceasefire in Gaza have been hampered by ongoing tensions. In Lebanon, a fragile truce between Israel and Hezbollah, Hamas’s ally, remains under strain. The Biden administration has emphasized removing Hamas from power as part of peace negotiations but continues to cite the group as the “main stumbling block.”
