Washington, 6 March 2025 (dpa/MIA) - US President Donald Trump has issued a "last warning" to Palestinian militant group Hamas, demanding the release of all hostages and the return of Israeli bodies, or face severe consequences.

"Release all of the Hostages now, not later, and immediately return all of the dead bodies of the people you murdered, or it is OVER for you," Trump wrote on his Truth Social platform.

"I am sending Israel everything it needs to finish the job, not a single Hamas member will be safe if you don’t do as I say," Trump continued.

"This is your last warning!" wrote Trump, urging Hamas leaders to leave the Gaza Strip while they still had the opportunity.

In a message to Gaza's population, Trump appealed for them to make a "smart decision" and release the hostages, warning that there would be "hell to pay" if they did not.

"A beautiful Future awaits, but not if you hold Hostages," he wrote.

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