Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:16pm on 03 Dec 2024,Tuesday International
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed gratitude to US President-elect Donald Trump for his strong statement urging the release of hostages held in Gaza. Trump warned Hamas of severe consequences, stating there would be “hell to pay” if hostages were not freed by his inauguration in January. Netanyahu, addressing the issue on Tuesday, said, “I want to thank President Trump for his strong statement.” Trump’s remarks have heightened pressure on Hamas, with global attention focused on the hostages' release. The Israeli government continues to call for international support to ensure their safe return.