IDF releases footage of tunnel where Hamas executed hostages
Assessments indicate the six hostages were held in the tunnel for at least several weeks; Blood, limited water, and urine bottles indicate harsh conditions and malnutrition.
Assessments indicate the six hostages were held in the tunnel for at least several weeks; Blood, limited water, and urine bottles indicate harsh conditions and malnutrition.
Israeli and Hamas positions remain far apart on key issues, including Hamas' prisoner release demands and potential resumption of hostilities, sources say.
The documents, first reported by German newspaper Bild, provide a chilling insight into Hamas' ruthless tactics and disregard for Palestinian civilians in Gaza.
Addressing the hostage deal, Jacob Lew assures, "We are devoting most of our energy, from the president through the entire foreign policy team, 24/7 efforts, to make it happen."
National Unity party leader and former defense chief deliver blistering critique of PM's wartime leadership.
Michelle Rukovitzin suffered life-threatening injuries at the Kissufim base during the Hamas attack. For three agonizing months, she lay in a coma, with doctors offering little hope for her recovery. Yet, her partner Rinat remained steadfast by her side, refusing to give up hope.
American billionaire warns demonstrations could embolden Hamas as IDF uncovers Hamas directive to exploit Israeli divisions.
White House is swift to condemn the incident, with Spokesperson Andrew Bates saying, "It is especially heinous to express support for Hamas on the same day as the funeral for an innocent American hostage who they brutally murdered."
Hamas spokesman Abu Obaida released a statement that sent shockwaves through Israel: "We have clearly stated that following the incident in Nuseirat, new instructions were issued to our fighters responsible for guarding the prisoners in case the army approaches their detention sites."
Ahmed Wadiya, who played a key role in Hamas's paraglider unit, infiltrated Netiv HaAsara using a paraglider on the day of the attack. In a chilling scene, he was captured on video drinking a cola inside the Taasa family home, in front of the surviving children of Gil Taasa, who had been killed by the attackers.
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