Hostage Crisis in Gaza

SOURCE www.jpost.com
One hostage held by Hamas in Gaza has been killed by a Hamas terrorist, two female hostages are seriously injured. Hamas forms a committee to investigate. IDF cannot confirm or deny the claims. Defense Minister states 20-35 hostages still alive. Hamas declines new negotiations for a Gaza ceasefire deal. Mediators working to hold summit amidst concerns of an Iranian attack. Story is developing.

Key Points

  • One hostage killed, two female hostages seriously injured by Hamas terrorist
  • IDF unable to confirm or deny Hamas claims
  • Defense Minister states 20-35 hostages still alive
  • Hamas declines new negotiations for Gaza ceasefire deal
  • Mediators working to hold summit amidst concerns of Iranian attack