Trump spoke about the hostages in Gaza: "It's a horror - three of them died"

US President Donald Trump made a major statement on the situation in the Gaza Strip at an event at the White House on May 6. According to him, the number of hostages held by the Palestinian Hamas movement has decreased again - according to the latest data, three more people have died.

Trump noted that during recent negotiations with the Israeli side, it was reported that 24 people were still alive in Hamas captivity. However, as of today, their number has decreased to 21.

“We will do everything in our power to free all of these people. This is one of the most difficult and terrible situations in the world right now,” Trump said in his speech. He also noted that he personally supervised this issue.

According to the latest data provided by the Israeli army, the number of hostages as of October 7, 2023 was 58. It is estimated that 34 of them have died, and the rest are still in the hands of Hamas.

Donald Trump also provided information about his upcoming international visits. He is expected to pay an official visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates on May 13-16. During this visit, Trump plans to hold important talks on restoring peace and security in the region and the release of hostages.

In addition, the US president promised to make a "very important" statement on May 6. However, details about what this statement will be about have not yet been disclosed.

Thus, at a time when the fate of the hostages and the situation of civilians in Gaza has become increasingly tense, such activity by the US president is being watched with great interest by the international community. What will be the result of diplomatic efforts capable of influencing the situation in the region will be known in the coming days. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!