Hamas Releases New Video of Israeli Hostage as Negotiations Stall
The video of a 19-year-old soldier held in Gaza for over 450 days intensifies calls for a ceasefire, but talks in Qatar show little progress.
- Hamas has published a video of an Israeli soldier abducted during the October 2023 attacks, marking over 450 days of her captivity.
- The video, described as psychological warfare by Israel, features the soldier against a black background, with limited details about its creation.
- Families of hostages criticize Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of obstructing ceasefire efforts that could lead to their release.
- Negotiations between Israel and Hamas in Qatar remain slow, with disagreements over ceasefire terms and the status of hostages.
- Israeli military operations in Gaza continue, with reports of significant casualties, including civilians and children, amidst ongoing airstrikes.