Trump Issues Ultimatum to Hamas as U.S. Confirms Direct Talks
The U.S. president threatens severe consequences for Gaza if hostages are not released, while unprecedented negotiations with Hamas raise diplomatic tensions.
- Donald Trump has warned the Hamas leadership and the people of Gaza of dire consequences if all remaining hostages are not released immediately.
- The U.S. has confirmed holding direct talks with Hamas in Qatar, breaking a decades-long policy of avoiding engagement with groups designated as terrorist organizations.
- Negotiations have focused on the release of hostages, including five Americans, and discussions on a permanent ceasefire, though no agreements have been reached yet.
- The fragile ceasefire, in place since January 19, is under threat as disagreements persist between Hamas and Israel over the next steps in the truce framework.
- Arab nations have proposed a reconstruction plan for Gaza that excludes Hamas, but the U.S. and Israel remain skeptical, with Trump criticizing the plan as insufficient.
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