President Trump used social media to warn Hamas of the consequences of not freeing the remaining hostages in Gaza. The post came after the White House said it had held face-to-face talks with the militant group on a deal to secure their release.

Trump’s unexpected intervention has pushed Israel and Hamas back to the negotiating table. The intense pressure from Trump’s ultimatum, calling for a ceasefire extension and the release of hostages, has led both sides to resume high-stakes talks in Doha,