Trump to become 'negotiator in chief' on Gaza crisis - Axios

In particular, the families of hostages and Israeli officials seeking a deal hope Trump can persuade Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to end the war in Gaza in exchange for the release of hostages held by Hamas.

Meanwhile, Trump's new press secretary at the White House, Karoline Leavitt, informed the media that the newly elected US president will reinstate stricter sanctions on Iran, combat terrorism, and support Israel.

"President Trump will serve as America's Negotiator in Chief and work to get innocent civilians held hostage home," she said.

Axios reports that less than two months before Trump's inauguration, a deal for the release of hostages and a ceasefire is unlikely to be reached.

Instead, the elected US president will most likely inherit the crisis and responsibility for the seven Americans held by Hamas, four of whom are believed to be alive.

Some Israeli officials say that Trump, who has stated he wants the war in Gaza to end as soon as possible, will have far more leverage and influence over Netanyahu than current US President Joe Biden.

In addition to the war in Gaza, Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed his intention to end the war between Russia and Ukraine.

However, yesterday, the elected president's main ally in the Senate, Mike Rounds, opposed negotiations for a peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine. He stated that Russia could not be trusted.