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Trump Warns of Severe Fallout if Hostages Not FreedTrump promises major retaliation by January 20, 2025, if roughly 250 hostages taken in October remain captive in Gaza.
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- Donald Trump vowed intense repercussions against Hamas if hostages are not released before his January 20, 2025 inauguration.
- Approximately 250 people, including twelve US citizens, were abducted during the October 7, 2023 Hamas assault.
- The Biden administration brokered a November ceasefire that freed over 100 hostages from Gaza.
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu praised Trump’s firm stance and held Hamas accountable for the hostage crisis.
If the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, the date that I proudly assume Office as President of the United States, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East, and for those in charge who perpetrated these atrocities against Humanity.— Donald Trump warned Hamas of massive repercussions for not releasing hostages in a statement on his Truth Social platform.
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Key FactsTrump Threatens Consequences If Hostages Not Released
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- President Trump warned of severe repercussions if remaining hostages are not freed by his inauguration on January 20, 2025.
- He criticized the lack of action despite ongoing discussions regarding the hostages in the Middle East.
- Around 100 hostages taken by Hamas on October 7 are still believed to be held in Gaza, with only about two-thirds thought to be alive.
- Israeli President Herzog expressed gratitude towards Trump, while there has been no public response from Prime Minister Netanyahu.
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