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Israel Strikes Gaza Location of Female Hostage Set for Release in First Phase of Ceasefire, Hamas Claims

Jan 16, 2025, 02:53 PM

Following the announcement of a ceasefire agreement, the Israeli military reportedly targeted a location in Gaza where a female hostage, scheduled for release in the first phase of the deal, was being held, according to Abu Obaida, the military spokesperson for Hamas's Al-Qassam Brigades. The strike occurred shortly after the ceasefire was declared, and Hamas has warned that any further aggression at this stage could jeopardize the release of hostages. The incident has been reported across various media outlets, with Hamas not providing evidence to support its claim, leading some to suggest it could be part of psychological warfare by Hamas's military wing.