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Which country will play the most significant role in resolving the Gaza hostage crisis by January 20, 2025?
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United States • 25%
Egypt • 25%
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Trump Threatens "All Hell to Pay" if Gaza Hostages Not Freed Before January 20, 2025
Dec 2, 2024, 07:05 PM
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning regarding the hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, stating that if they are not released before he takes office on January 20, 2025, there will be severe consequences in the Middle East. Trump emphasized that "there will be all hell to pay in the Middle East" if the hostages are not freed prior to his inauguration. He further declared that those responsible will be "hit harder than anybody has been hit in the long and storied history of the United States of America." Describing the hostage situation as "violent" and "inhumane," Trump demanded, "Release the hostages now!" This message, referencing the hostages taken during the October 7 attacks, has drawn international attention.
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Qatar • 25%
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United Nations • 25%
European Union • 25%
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US-led coalition response • 25%
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Partial release of hostages • 34%
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