The Israeli armed forces inadvertently killed three hostages held in Gaza by Hamas during a recent incident, announced a military spokesperson on Friday. A statement from the military explained that during intense fighting in Gaza, the forces mistakenly identified three Israeli hostages as a threat. The Hostages and Missing Persons Families Forum, representing the hostages’ families, expressed condolences and provided insights into the lives of the victims. The recent period witnessed heightened conflict between Israel and Hamas militants, with Israel reporting significant casualties, including 10 soldiers within 24 hours. Subsequently, protests erupted outside Israel’s central military base in Tel Aviv, demanding immediate action regarding the remaining hostages in Gaza.

Source: News 24 December 16, 2023 02:54 UTC