Trump issues ultimatum to Hamas over captive Israelis

In a significant development, US President Donald Trump has issued a "final warning" to Hamas regarding the release of hostages being held in the Gaza Strip. The hostage crisis began on October 7, when more than 250 people were taken hostage and brought into the Gaza Strip, following a massacre that is believed to be the worst in Israel's history.

According to Israeli reports, there are still 48 hostages in the Gaza Strip, with 20 believed to be alive. The Gaza conflict was triggered by this massacre, carried out by Hamas terrorists and other extremist Palestinian organizations, resulting in over 1,200 deaths on the Israeli side.

President Trump demanded the immediate release of all 48 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza at the start of a ceasefire, in exchange for Israel releasing thousands of Palestinian prisoners and ending its military offensive on Gaza City. He warned Hamas that this was the "last warning" and that there would be severe consequences if they rejected his conditions.

Israel has accepted Trump's conditions for the release of the hostages, but the specific conditions were not elaborated. Trump has urged Hamas to accept these conditions as well, but the specific consequences that he warned Hamas of if they do not accept his conditions were not detailed.

The USA, Qatar, and Egypt are mediating in the indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza conflict. These mediators are still actively involved in the negotiations, working to secure the release of the hostages and bring an end to the conflict.

Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform that everyone wants the hostages to be freed. He expressed his hope that a peaceful resolution can be found and that the hostages can be safely returned to their families.

The number of hostages believed to be alive is not specified in this report. However, it is a matter of great concern for the international community, and efforts are being made to ensure their safety and swift release.