The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has taken a dramatic turn, with US President Donald Trump calling on Israel to escalate its military campaign and ‘finish the job’. The President’s comments come as the humanitarian situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with reports of widespread poverty, starvation, and despair.
The Crisis Deepens
The situation in Gaza has been precarious for some time, with the United Nations warning of a looming humanitarian catastrophe. The latest ceasefire proposal has been rejected by Hamas, leading to increased tensions and violence in the region. Trump’s comments have been widely condemned by human rights groups and others, who argue that the escalated violence will only exacerbate the crisis and lead to further suffering for civilians.
Hamas to Blame, According to Trump
In a blunt and uncompromising statement, Trump blamed Hamas for the failure of peace talks, saying that the group has no interest in making a deal. ‘Hamas really didn’t want to make a deal,’ he said. ‘I think they want to die.’ Trump’s comments have been seen as a significant shift in tone, with some analysts suggesting that the US is now taking a more hardline approach to the conflict.
Escalating the Military Campaign
Trump’s call for Israel to ‘finish the job’ has been met with widespread criticism, with many arguing that the escalated violence will only lead to further destruction and suffering. However, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has indicated that the country is considering ‘alternative’ options to achieve its goals, including the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas.
A New Era of Diplomacy?
The US has withdrawn from ongoing peace talks, with Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff announcing that the US is reassessing its strategy in the region. The move has been seen as a significant shift in US policy, with some analysts suggesting that the US is now taking a more isolationist approach to the conflict.
Conclusion
The situation in Gaza continues to deteriorate, with no end in sight to the conflict. Trump’s call for Israel to ‘finish the job’ has been met with widespread criticism, but it remains to be seen whether the US will continue to take a hardline approach to the conflict. As the humanitarian crisis deepens, it is essential that all parties work towards a peaceful resolution and take steps to alleviate the suffering of civilians in the region.
Originally published on https://www.indiatoday.in/world/us-news/story/trump-says-hamas-wants-to-die-urges-israel-to-finish-the-job-in-gaza-glbs-2761551-2025-07-26
Originally published on https://www.indiatoday.in/world/us-news/story/trump-says-hamas-wants-to-die-urges-israel-to-finish-the-job-in-gaza-glbs-2761551-2025-07-26
