Trump’s Middle East trip gives hope to families of Hamas hostages
- U.S. President Donald Trump recently addressed the situation of fewer than 24 hostages still alive in Hamas captivity during a White House prayer event.
- The number of hostages initially taken by Hamas on October 7 was 59, but recent updates and corrections from families suggest some have died without official disclosure.
- Families, including those of American hostage Edan Alexander, have urged clarity on the hostages' status amid ongoing negotiations and international diplomatic efforts.
- Trump noted that while initially 24 out of 59 hostages were reported alive, he has recently learned that the number is actually lower, indicating a deterioration in the situation.
- The evolving hostage crisis underscores the urgency of diplomatic intervention and the challenges faced by Israel and its allies in securing hostages' release and ensuring regional stability.
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Trump: Fewer than 24 hostages remain alive
"Two months ago, we were pretty sure" U.S.-Israeli Hamas captive Edan was alive. But Hamas "toughened up" things. the American president said.The post Trump: Fewer than 24 hostages remain alive appeared first on JNS.org.
Trump repeats claim that 'not even' 24 hostages are still alive
In an event earlier this week, Sara Netanyahu corrected the Prime Minister when he mentioned the 24 living hostages and added, “fewer,” sparking speculation of an unreported death. By Vered Weiss, World Israel News US President Donald Trump said that he understood that “not even 24” hostages are still alive in Gaza. During a national prayer event at the White House, he said, “Out of 59, you had 24 that were living, and now I understand that it’…
Trump to parents of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander: Don't know his condition, thought he'd be freed months ago
President Donald Trump addressed the parents of Israeli-American hostage Edan Alexander during an event marking the National Day of Prayer at the White House on Wednesday. "Edan Alexander's parents are here today. He is the last known living American hostage," Trump said. "We don't know how he's doing, really. We think we know, and hopefully positive," Trump said. American-Israeli hostage Edan Alexander "Two months ago, we were pretty sure. It l…
Parents of Hamas hostages urge Trump to be 'tough with enemies and friends' amid Israeli siege in Gaza
The parents of American still held hostage have urged him to apply pressure on not only Hamas but on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu who continues military operations in the Gaza Strip.
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