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Trump threatens consequences for Gaza hostages’ non-release

Trump threatens consequences if Gaza hostages not released before inauguration; calls for action against perpetrators of violence.

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10 months ago

December 3, 2024

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US President-elect Donald Trump warned of severe consequences in the Middle East if hostages held in Gaza are not released by his inauguration on January 20, 2025.

Hamas militants captured over 250 hostages during their 2023 assault on Israel, including dual Israeli-American citizens. Current estimates suggest around half of the 101 remaining hostages are believed to be alive.

Trump made these remarks in a recent social media post, stating, “Everybody is talking about the hostages… But it’s all talk, and no action! If the hostages are not released prior to January 20, 2025, there will be ALL HELL TO PAY in the Middle East.”

He signaled that those responsible for the hostage situation would face significant repercussions. Hamas has demanded that Israel withdraw completely from Gaza as a condition for releasing the remaining hostages.

No longer a threat

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated that operations against Hamas will continue until the group is no longer a threat to Israel.

In recent developments, Hamas reported that 33 hostages had been killed during the ongoing conflict, which has persisted for nearly 14 months. This statement followed Israel’s announcement that an Israeli American soldier missing since the onset of the conflict is now presumed dead.

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Israel and Hamas agree to landmark hostage deal

Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

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22 hours ago

October 10, 2025

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Israel and Hamas agree to release hostages in U.S.-brokered deal, marking a potential turning point in Gaza conflict.

In a major diplomatic breakthrough, Israel and Hamas have agreed to release all remaining Israeli hostages under a U.S.-brokered framework. The deal pairs prisoner exchanges with an Israeli troop pullback and expanded aid access, marking a potential turning point in the two-year Gaza conflict.

The agreement, set for approval by Israel’s cabinet, could pave the way for lasting peace if both sides uphold the terms. It follows weeks of negotiations led by U.S. envoys and regional mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Türkiye.

As international agencies prepare to facilitate aid and logistics, the world watches to see whether this fragile deal can hold and bring relief to millions affected by the war.

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Google leads Australia media tax rankings

Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

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2 days ago

October 9, 2025

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Google leads in Australian media tax payments, unlike Netflix and others, igniting discussions on fairness and corporate responsibility.

Google is currently on the of top of Australian media tax payments, while Netflix, Dentsu, and Singtel pay nothing, sparking a fresh debate over fairness and corporate responsibility in the industry.

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