Jerusalem, February 22, 2025 – Israel is done playing Hamas’ games. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has frozen the release of over 600 Palestinian prisoners after Hamas turned hostage handovers into public humiliation stunts designed to degrade captives and manipulate global perception.
With full backing from President Donald Trump’s administration, Israel is taking a stand—no more prisoner releases until Hamas stops weaponizing hostages for propaganda.
Israel has frozen the release of 600 Palestinian prisoners after Hamas turned hostage exchanges into grotesque propaganda. Prime Minister Netanyahu is standing firm: If Hamas continues humiliating Israeli hostages for political gain, the deal is off. Meanwhile, Biden’s weakness created this mess in the first place. But under Trump’s administration, America is standing with Israel once again.
Hamas’ Exploitation of Hostage Exchanges
Recent events have exposed Hamas’ sickening psychological warfare, where hostage handovers are nothing more than twisted PR stunts to boost their image and demoralize Israel.
- Hostages were paraded past armed Hamas gunmen, their fear weaponized for political gain.
- Videos circulated of captives visibly distressed and weak, reinforcing Hamas’ dominance narrative.
- Reports confirm abuse and psychological torment, with some captives barely able to stand.
Israel has had enough.
“Hamas continues to violate every basic principle of humanity. We will not allow our hostages to be used as tools of terror. The prisoner release is OFF until Hamas stops its disgraceful tactics.” – PM Benjamin Netanyahu
This tough but necessary decision ensures that Israel will no longer tolerate Hamas’ psychological warfare disguised as diplomacy.
Trump Administration Backs Israel’s Decision
Unlike the weak Biden administration, which pressured Israel into “restraint,” President Trump is standing firm.
A senior White House official reaffirmed America’s unwavering support for Netanyahu’s decision:
“Israel has every right to shut this process down. Hamas never intended to act in good faith. The Trump administration fully supports Israel’s efforts to ensure their people are not used as political props.”
For years, the Biden administration caved to Hamas, pressuring Israel into dangerous ceasefires and sending “humanitarian aid” that was funneled straight into terrorist hands.
Under President Trump, those days are over.
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