White House: Trump Administration and Hamas in Direct Talks Over Release of U.S. Hostages for First Time
‘Talking to people around the world to do what’s in the best interest of the American people is something that the president has proven that he believes [in],’ says Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
From left, three Israeli captives, Ohad Ben Ami, Eli Sharabi, and Or Levy, are escorted by Hamas fighters on a stage before being handed over to the Red Cross at Deir al-Balah, central Gaza Strip, February 8, 2025. AP/Abdel Kareem Hana
