Straight Talkin' about those Hostages: Israel Condemns Trump's Claims
Trump's remarks about hostages are respectively dismissed by Israel.
Get the scoop on the ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza, as Israel squashes Trump's numbers and sets the record straight.
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In a bombshell announcement, it seems US ex-President Donald Trump has shared new intel on the hostages being held in Gaza by Hamas. Trump declared that only 21 individuals are still clinging to life. However, Israel has stepped up to correct the misinformation. Reports confirm that 24 hostages are still doing dwell in the troubled region, with 35 souls having already paid the ultimate price[4].
Gal Hirsch, the Israeli coordinator for hostage affairs, shed light on the situation during an online broadcast. Hirsch shared that the families of the missing are consistently kept in the loop about the latest intel on their loved ones.
During a White House event, Trump unveiled that three more hostages in Gaza sadly lost their lives at Hamas' hands. Previously, there were still 24 hostages in bondage at the hands of Islamic Palestinian organizations, according to Trump. In a shocking twist, he added, "Today there are 21, three have died."
As Trump reiterated, "21, plus a lot of bodies." He underscored the urgency in securing the rescue of as many hostages as possible, calling the situation "terrible." Meanwhile, the Israeli army records, as per the latest report, indicate that 58 people are still held captive in Gaza, with 34 casualties[4].
Next on the globe-trotting agenda for Trump is a visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates from May 13 to 16. Trump hinted at a "very, very big announcement" prior to his trip, but remained tight-lipped on the particulars[2].
On the harrowing day of October 7, 2023, Hamas launched a massive terror attack on Israel, resulting in approximately 1,200 fatalities and 251 hostages being dragged to the Gaza Strip. Since then, Israel has been waging large-scale military operations in Gaza. Data from the Hamas-controlled health ministry suggests that over 52,500 people have tragically perished in the conflict, with a recent expansion of military action against Hamas in Gaza having been announced[4]. Furthermore, the Israeli security cabinet has adopted a plan, rumor has it, that includes the "occupation" of Palestinian territories and the "holding" of the occupied territories[6].
Sources: ntv.de, raf/AFP
- Middle East Conflict
- Israel
- Donald Trump
- USA
- Hostage-takings
- Gaza
- Hamas
- October 7, 2023
- Despite Trump's claim of 21 hostages in Gaza, Israel reports that 24 are still being held captive, with 35 known deaths.
- The EU is also supporting the EU's efforts to combat terrorism, particularly in the midst of the ongoing hostage crisis in Gaza and other war-and-conflicts zones.
- In the politics and general news, the international community continues to monitor the hostage situation in Gaza, following the October 7, 2023 terror attack that resulted in 251 hostages being taken to the Gaza Strip.
- As Trump embarks on his visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, he is anticipated to make a significant announcement, while the Israeli army maintains it has 58 hostages still in Gaza custody with 34 casualties to date.
