(FreePressBeacon.com) – In a powerful warning, Donald Trump has set a firm ultimatum that “all hell will break out in the Middle East” if hostages detained by Hamas in Gaza are not released by his inauguration on January 20.
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Dispatching his Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, to Doha, Qatar, Trump is taking steps to ensure the hostages’ release through intense diplomatic negotiations.
The risk of escalating conflict underscores the urgency and complexity of resolving this crisis before Trump’s assumption of office.
President-elect Trump emphasized the dire need to retrieve hostages for both Israel and the U.S., explaining the high stakes attached to this diplomatic mission.
Nearly 100 hostages are believed to be held in Gaza, some presumed dead, making this a pressing humanitarian issue.
Trump’s firm stance highlights his readiness to take decisive action in addressing foreign policy challenges, in stark contrast to the current administration’s approach.
The negotiations, however, have proven to be intensely complex as Hamas demands Israel ceases military operations in Gaza as part of a hostage release deal.
Simultaneously, Israel has reiterated that their military campaign will continue until the hostages are freed and Hamas is dismantled.
Steve Witkoff reports progress in the ongoing talks in Doha, although he does not officially represent the U.S. government since Trump is yet to take office.
Witkoff praised Trump’s firm declarations and reputation as crucial drivers of the negotiations, saying, “It’s the president, his reputation, the things that he has said that are driving this negotiation, and so hopefully it’ll all work out and we’ll save some lives,” cited by KTVZ.
Witkoff and Trump’s aggressive intervention seeks to avoid inheriting the unresolved Israel-Hamas conflict.
Despite ongoing efforts, the Biden administration, leading talks, reports difficulty and hesitancy about striking a deal before Trump’s official entry into office.
Such statements project a lack of confidence in reaching a successful handle over a situation that looms dangerously near.
With a mere 13 days left before Trump’s inauguration, Witkoff travels to Doha to further aid negotiation efforts, alongside White House Middle East Coordinator Brett McGurk in the region.
In an encouraging development, Hamas has released a list of 34 hostages they are prepared to free as a token gesture toward meeting some ceasefire conditions with Israel, drawing cautious optimism from involved parties.
Trump’s emphasis and ongoing efforts signal a pivotal juncture in the Israel-Gaza conflict resolution, demonstrating determination to uphold commitments to American citizens and allies in the region.
President-elect Donald Trump has called for the immediate release of Israeli hostages in Gaza, warning of unprecedented consequences if they remain captive by his inauguration. https://t.co/TrTiVUZ6CY
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