Israeli Hostage Incidents in Gaza

One Israeli hostage was killed and two were injured in separate incidents involving al-Qassam fighters in Gaza, according to Hamas' military wing spokesperson. The incidents are believed to be in retaliation for Israeli airstrikes in Gaza.

Israeli-Palestinian conflict and Hamas military strength

Israel has killed, wounded, and arrested a significant number of Hamas members, leading to estimates that Hamas may have around 15,000 or more remaining forces, despite initial estimates of 30,000 fighters. There are questions about the accuracy of the numbers provided by Israeli defense sources.