Fri Mar 07 09:13:24 UTC 2025: ## Hamas Warns of Retaliation Against Israeli Attacks, Threatening Captives’ Lives
**GAZA CITY** – Hamas’ military wing issued a stark warning on Wednesday that any further Israeli attacks on Gaza will jeopardize the lives of the hostages currently held by the group following last Saturday’s attacks. The threat comes amid escalating tensions following the large-scale assault on Israel and the subsequent Israeli response.
The warning follows suggestions from US envoy Steve Witkoff that the United States may directly intervene militarily alongside Israel if the hostages are not released. While Witkoff did not explicitly detail the nature of such intervention, his statement underscores the growing international pressure on Hamas. The situation remains extremely volatile, with the potential for further escalation raising serious concerns about the safety and wellbeing of the captives.
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