US President Donald Trump has issued a "final warning" to Hamas to release hostages held in Gaza.
"I am sending Israel everything they need to get the job done, not a single member of Hamas will be safe if you don't do as I say," Trump said in a post on Truth.
His statement came hours after the White House confirmed it was holding direct talks with Hamas about the hostages, the BBC reported.
Washington has so far avoided direct engagement with the group, and there is a long-standing US policy against direct contact with groups it designates as terrorist organizations.
Trump added that Hamas will pay if the hostages are not released, while he did not indicate what aid he is giving Israel exactly.
"Release all hostages now, not later, and immediately return all the bodies of the dead you have killed, or it will be THE END for you," he stressed.
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"For the leadership, now is the time to leave Gaza, while you still have the chance."
He also appeared to threaten civilians: "Also, people of Gaza: A beautiful future awaits you, but not if you keep the hostages. If you do, you are dead!"
