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The conversation around hostage negotiations highlights a significant moral dilemma. Many in Israel are torn between the desire to secure the release of hostages and the imperative to eliminate Hamas. The implications of any perceived capitulation could resonate negatively within Israel and the wider Middle Eastern landscape. Historical comparisons are drawn to the hostage crisis during Ronald Reagan’s presidency, which ended with the hostages being released immediately upon his inauguration. Trump may be aiming for a similar outcome through show of strength and credibility.