US President Donald Trump has issued a final ultimatum to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of all hostages in Gaza. In a Truth Social post on Wednesday, he warned that failure to comply would mean it is “OVER” for the militant group. Trump pledged full military support to Israel, vowing that “not a single Hamas member will be safe” if his demands are ignored.
His remarks came shortly after the White House confirmed that, for the first time, it was negotiating directly with Hamas over the hostage crisis and Gaza ceasefire. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the move, emphasizing that engaging in dialogue serves US interests.
Israeli officials acknowledged awareness of the talks, while Hamas warned Trump’s statements could derail ceasefire efforts. The militant group urged the US to pressure Israel into advancing negotiations. Meanwhile, Israel has tightened restrictions on humanitarian aid to Gaza following Hamas’ rejection of a ceasefire extension.
