Israel at War

About the moment of abduction, he wrote, "I focus and concentrate on one mission: my survival and return home. There is no more regular Eli. From now on, I am Eli the survivor."

Israeli security expert warns machinery deployed for debris removal could help Hamas rebuild terror infrastructure.

Inbar Hayman, 27, was murdered at Nova Festival and her body held in Gaza. Muhammad Al-Atarash, 39, fell in battle defending the Gaza border and his body was taken by Hamas.

Inbar, known as 'Pink', came to the Nova festival as an emotional support therapist for partygoers.

Israeli accusations focus on Hamas' inadequate hostage returns, generating significant domestic anger and prompting Israeli authorities to inform the UN that Gaza humanitarian aid shipments will face reductions or delays.

In accordance with security establishment recommendations, the Rafah crossing remains closed, even though a group of European monitors has already been deployed at the location.

Hamas hands over addintioal deceased Israeli hostages, as Israel prepares for possible renewal of fighting if Hamas violates the deal in which it is required to return all hostages and disarm.

Rom was held alone for two years, and during part of that time was held with the bodies of dead hostages beside him.

PM, who is suffering from "stubborn bronchitis", met with hostages on Tuesday in the hospital despite their immune system being compromised, less than 24 hours. Hostages' forum's chief medical experts slams decision.