14.03.2025 23:21
In a statement from the White House, it was said, "President Trump has made it clear that Hamas will either release the hostages immediately or pay a heavy price." The statement also emphasized that Hamas has made a very bad bet, adding, "Hamas is aware of the deadline, and they should know that if this date passes, we will respond accordingly."
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A statement was made by the White House regarding the ceasefire with Hamas and Gaza.
"TRUMP CLEARLY STATED THAT HAMAS WILL EITHER IMMEDIATELY RELEASE THE HOSTAGES OR PAY A HEAVY PRICE"
The statement said, "President Trump clearly stated that Hamas will either immediately release the hostages or pay a heavy price. U.S. Special Representative for the Middle East Steve Witkoff and Senior Director for the Middle East and North Africa at the National Security Council Eric Trager proposed a 'bridge' on Wednesday evening in Doha to allow time for the ceasefire to extend beyond Ramadan and Passover and for a framework for a permanent ceasefire to be negotiated."
"HAMAS WILL RELEASE LIVE HOSTAGES IN EXCHANGE FOR PRISONERS"
Regarding the details of the bridge proposal, the statement noted, "According to the proposal, Hamas will release live hostages in exchange for prisoners in accordance with previous formulas, the first phase of the ceasefire will be extended to allow for a significant resumption of humanitarian aid, and the U.S. will work to find a permanent solution to this difficult conflict during the extended ceasefire period. It was clearly stated through our Qatari and Egyptian partners that this 'bridge' must be implemented as soon as possible and that U.S.-Israeli dual citizen Edan Alexander must be released immediately."
"HAMAS IS PLAYING A VERY BAD BET"
The statement, which claimed that "Hamas responded by making demands that are unfeasible regarding this proposal," said, "Hamas is playing a very bad bet that time is on their side. But it is not. Hamas must be aware that they are aware of the deadline, and if that date passes, we will respond accordingly."
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