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Beyond economic interests, both leaders expressed concern over the worsening humanitarian situation in Gaza. President Trump indicated plans to communicate with Israel’s prime minister to discuss strategies for alleviating suffering, including the establishment of food centers and efforts to secure the release of hostages held by Hamas. Trump described Hamas as increasingly difficult to manage, criticizing their recent tactics that involve holding onto the last 20 hostages as a form of leverage, effectively claiming they believe they have "protection" as long as hostages are kept.