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Headline: UNCAPTIONED: Trump Issues Ultimatum to Hamas as US Confirms Direct Talks
Caption: Trump Issues Ultimatum to Hamas as US Confirms Direct Talks. President Donald Trump has issued a "last warning" to Hamas, demanding the immediate release of hostages in Gaza. Trump stated he is sending Israel “everything it needs” to eliminate Hamas if hostages are not freed, adding, “Not a single Hamas member will be safe.” Hamas accused Trump of encouraging Israel to break the current ceasefire, warning that his threats could derail ongoing negotiations. The White House confirmed it is now holding direct talks with Hamas to secure hostage releases, marking a shift in US policy. Trump warned Hamas leadership to flee Gaza while they “still have a chance” and told the people of Gaza their future depends on releasing hostages. Hamas spokesman Hazem Qassem said Trump’s remarks “complicate” ceasefire negotiations and encourage Israel to ignore its commitments. This is not the first time Trump has threatened Hamas; in December, he warned of “all hell to pay” if hostages were not released before his term began. US envoy Adam Boehler has held “two direct meetings” with Hamas representatives in Qatar, following prior communications, according to a Palestinian source. Israel has been consulted about the talks, but has not publicly commented beyond saying it has “expressed its position” on the negotiations. Five US citizens are among 59 hostages still held in Gaza; one, Edan Alexander, is believed to be alive, while four others are presumed dead. Instructions: THIS VIDEO MUST NOT BE EDITED FOR LENGTH TO COMBINE WITH OTHER CONTENT
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