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Will the U.S. conduct a military operation in response to the Hamas hostage situation by February 28, 2025?
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Trump's National Security Advisor Mike Waltz Warns Hamas: 'Release Our Hostages If You Want to Live' Including Seven American Citizens
Dec 24, 2024, 04:17 PM
Mike Waltz, the incoming National Security Advisor under President Trump, issued a stern warning to Hamas regarding the hostages held in Gaza, stating, "Release our hostages if you want to live." This statement underscores the U.S. administration's firm stance on the issue, with Waltz emphasizing that there would be severe consequences for taking American hostages. He reiterated that both political parties in the U.S. agree on the necessity of returning the hostages, which includes seven American citizens currently in captivity. In a related development, a spokesman for Hamas's armed wing indicated that the fate of the Israeli hostages is contingent on the progress made by the Israeli military in Gaza. This assertion highlights the ongoing tensions and the complex dynamics surrounding the hostage situation, as both sides continue to exchange threats and demands.
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