Former U.S. President Donald Trump said he does not expect Hamas to release the Israeli hostages it is holding under the current circumstances and asserted that the militant group “cannot stay” in Gaza. In separate remarks reported by Axios and Israel’s Channel 12, Trump argued that increased military pressure is the only way to compel Hamas to surrender and free the captives. Trump repeatedly referenced the October 7 attacks that triggered Israel’s war against Hamas, urging audiences to “remember October 7.” His comments come as negotiations over a possible cease-fire and hostage exchange remain stalled, with dozens of Israelis and foreign nationals still believed to be held in Gaza.