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Trump calls for decisive action against Hamas to free hostages

President emphasizes his major contribution in past hostage negotiations and "obliterating" Iran's nuclear program. "We will only see the return of the remaining hostages when Hamas is confronted and destroyed. The sooner this takes place, the better the chances of success."

by  Erez Linn
Published on  08-18-2025 16:18
Last modified: 08-19-2025 12:28
Trump calls for decisive action against Hamas to free hostagesAndrew Harnik/Getty Images

Donald Trump against the backdrop of the Gaza Strip | Photo: Andrew Harnik/Getty Images

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In a powerful statement on Monday, US President Donald Trump insisted that the only path to freeing hostages held by Hamas is through the group's total defeat. He said, "We will only see the return of the remaining hostages when Hamas is confronted and destroyed!!!"

Reflecting on his past accomplishments, Trump claimed he spearheaded negotiations that secured the release of hundreds of hostages to Israel and the United States.

"The sooner this takes place, the better the chances of success will be. Remember, I was the one who negotiated and got hundreds of hostages freed and released into Israel (and America!)," he wrote. He also highlighted his role in halting six global conflicts within just six months.

Hamas terrorists against the backdrop of the war in Gaza (EPA/ATEF SAFADI; Momen Faiz/NurPhoto)

Additionally, Trump celebrated his leadership in neutralizing Iran's nuclear capabilities, describing the facilities as completely destroyed. According to the post, he framed this as a pivotal achievement, reinforcing his strategic decisiveness. "I was the one who ended 6 wars, in just 6 months. I was the one who OBLITERATED Iran's Nuclear facilities. Play to WIN, or don't play at all!," he wrote

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