One month to inauguration and still no ceasefire; Donald Trump warns Hamas, release hostages or else

US President- elect Donald Trump firmly stated pretty recently that he had a ‘very good talk’ with the Prime Minister from Israel named Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the ongoing war situation in Gaza, reported Reuters.

According to Reuters, while having a pretty recent press conference which was held at the Palm Beach located in Florida, Donald Trump again reiterated about his warning that if Hamas does not release hostages latest by the date of January 20, next year, the very day when he again resumes office then, ‘all hell is going to break out’.

He also further added that if a ceasefire agreement is not reached by that very date, the upcoming situation ‘is not going to be pleasant’.


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These certain and recent remarks eventually come in the wake of the October 7 in the year 2023 attacks by the Hamas militants which eventually resulted in the deaths of near about 1,200 people and the abduction of over 250 individuals which includes Israeli-American dual nationals, asserted Reuters.

Till today’s date, more than 100 hostages have been freed through persistent negotiations or Israeli military operations, though; however, approximately half of the remaining hostages are believed to still be alive in Gaza, noted Reuters.

It should also be noted that in response to the heavy escalating conflict, US President Joe Biden has dispatched senior aides to the region to work towards securing a long-sought ceasefire deal.

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FAQs:

During a recent press conference, what was firmly stated by US President- elect Donald Trump?
US President- elect Donald Trump firmly stated pretty recently that he had a ‘very good talk’ with the Prime Minister from Israel named Benjamin Netanyahu regarding the ongoing war situation in Gaza.

What recent steps were taken by US President Joe Biden regarding the escalating conflict in Gaza?
Recently, to respond regarding the ongoing escalating conflict in Gaza, US President Joe Biden has dispatched senior aides to the region to work towards securing a long-sought ceasefire deal.