Israel Probes Hamas Claim of Female Hostage Killed in Gaza

Hamas alleges an Israeli airstrike killed a female hostage, but Israel says it cannot confirm or refute the claim as investigations continue.

Hamas released images and claimed a female Israeli hostage was killed in northern Gaza during an Israeli military operation.
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) stated they are unable to verify or dismiss the claim and are in contact with the hostage's family.
Hamas also reported that another female hostage held alongside the deceased is critically injured and her life remains in danger.
The claim follows ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, which have reportedly killed over 120 Palestinians in the past 48 hours, according to Gaza's health ministry.
Public pressure on Israel's government to secure the release of remaining hostages continues, as negotiations for a ceasefire-for-hostages deal remain stalled.