US President Donald Trump sent a warning message to Hamas on Thursday, threatening the residents of the Gaza Strip with death.

Trump said in a tweet addressing Hamas: "Release the hostages now, or you will pay a heavy price."

He added: "Return the bodies of the Israeli dead, this is the last warning."

Trump confirmed that he is sending Israel everything it needs to eliminate Hamas.

Trump threatened Hamas, saying: "None of your members will be safe unless you do what I say."

He also warned the residents of the Gaza Strip, saying: "A beautiful future awaits you, but with the hostage-taking you will die."