Spokesperson Tammy Bruce Speaks About Developments in the Wars in Ukraine and Israel

In light of the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Israel, U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce has made significant statements regarding recent developments in these crises.

Ukraine Conflict
On February 15, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. According to Tammy Bruce, Secretary Rubio reaffirmed President Donald Trump’s commitment to seeking a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict. Both sides also discussed potential cooperation on other bilateral issues.

Israel-Gaza Conflict
In recent weeks, the U.S. administration has engaged in direct negotiations with Hamas to secure the release of hostages held in Gaza. This marks the first direct U.S. contact with Hamas since the group was designated as a terrorist organization in 1997. Tammy Bruce confirmed that U.S. officials have held talks with Hamas but declined to provide further details on the discussions.

On March 5, President Donald Trump issued an ultimatum demanding that Hamas release all remaining hostages and warned of further consequences for Gaza if the demand was not met. He also called on Hamas leaders to leave the region.

Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem responded, stating that Trump’s threats encourage Israel to evade its obligations under the ceasefire agreement. Qassem emphasized that Hamas has already fulfilled its part in the first phase of the agreement, which involves a structured release of hostages and prisoners in three stages.

Conclusion
Tammy Bruce’s statements reflect the U.S. administration’s ongoing efforts to mediate peace in Ukraine and Israel while prioritizing the safety of American citizens caught in global crises.