Trump warns of chaos if Hamas fails to return Gaza hostages: “All hell will break loose,” he declares
US President Donald Trump warned that “all hell will break out” if Hamas doesn’t release the remaining hostages from Gaza by midday Saturday. He stated that the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas should be canceled if the hostages are not freed, expressing fear that many might already be dead. However, Trump acknowledged that the decision to proceed with the ceasefire would ultimately be Israel’s.
Trump’s comments on Gaza come amid his proposal to “own” the region. He suggested the US should take control, turning Gaza into a safe haven away from the ongoing conflict. He described the land as a potential development project, likening it to a real estate venture. Trump also discussed the possibility of temporarily relocating Palestinians from Gaza, contradicting some of his officials’ more moderate stance that the move would be temporary to allow for reconstruction.
His remarks have stirred controversy, with Arab nations, including Egypt and Jordan, criticizing the idea. They raised concerns over the impact on the two-state solution and security risks from a large influx of refugees. Trump also mentioned the possibility of deploying US troops to secure Gaza but insisted that no US funds would be used for rebuilding the area.
Trump’s remarks have further strained the delicate ceasefire agreement, and his comments have been sharply criticized by Hamas, which described his plan as “absurd” and warned that it would fail. The ongoing tension reflects the complex situation in Gaza and the Middle East.
