Trump Says Three Hostages Died, Reducing Gaza Hostages to 21; Israel Disputes

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Updated May 7, 2025, 04:44 PM

U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the number of hostages believed to be alive in Gaza has decreased to 21, down from 24 a week ago, due to the deaths of three hostages held by Hamas. Out of the total 59 hostages, 35 have been confirmed dead. This statement was made as Israel plans a new operation in Gaza aimed at recovering the hostages and achieving its war objectives against Hamas. One American, Edan Alexander, was among those previously believed to be alive. Trump's remarks have caused concern among the families of the hostages, with some expressing fears that the number of living hostages could further decrease without a ceasefire. The Israeli government, however, maintains that 24 hostages are still alive, contradicting Trump's figures. The discrepancy in the reported numbers of living hostages has led to confusion and distress among the families, who are demanding that the Israeli government provide any new information immediately. This situation underscores the urgency of resolving the hostage crisis amid ongoing military actions in Gaza. Meanwhile, the U.S. embassy has facilitated the departure of 17 U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents from Gaza, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Jordan's King Abdullah II in Washington.

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President Donald Trump said Tuesday that three hostages held by Hamas in Gaza have died, leaving only 21 believed to be still living. https://t.co/QBvOWydacW