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U.S. Holds First-Ever Direct Talks with Hamas as Trump Issues “Last Warning” Against Group

HeadlineMar 06, 2025

The White House has confirmed reports that it’s engaging in direct negotiations with Hamas for the first time, aimed at securing the release of 21-year-old Israeli hostage Edan Alexander and the bodies of four others. A proposal approved by Trump’s Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff calls on Hamas to release half its remaining hostages in exchange for a ceasefire extension and a promise to negotiate a more lasting truce. The proposal makes no mention of releasing more Palestinian prisoners — a key demand of Palestinian negotiators. On Wednesday, President Trump issued what he called a “last warning” to Hamas to release the remaining Israeli hostages, adding, “To the People of Gaza: A beautiful Future awaits, but not if you hold Hostages. If you do, you are DEAD!”

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