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Trump Warns of Chaos in Middle East Over Hostages

1/9/2025

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Donald Trump issued a stark warning that "all hell will break out" in the Middle East if Hamas fails to release hostages before his inauguration on January 20. Meanwhile, his envoy, Steve Witkoff, remains hopeful about ceasefire talks in Doha, striving for a deal that could save lives and free around 100 captives.

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Donald Trump issued a stark warning that "all hell will break out" in the Middle East if Hamas fails to release hostages before his inauguration on January 20. Meanwhile, his envoy, Steve Witkoff, remains hopeful about ceasefire talks in Doha, striving for a deal that could save lives and free around 100 captives.