Israeli Military Confirms Deaths of Four Hostages Held by Hamas in Khan Younis

Jun 3, 2024, 05:49 PM

The Israeli military has confirmed the deaths of four Israeli hostages held by Hamas in Gaza. Based on new intelligence, the deceased hostages are Chaim Peri, 79, from Nir Oz, Amiram Cooper, 84, Yoram Metzger, 80, and Nadav Popplewell, 51, from Nirim. The hostages had been kidnapped on October 7 and were believed to have been killed several months ago in Khan Younis. The IDF is investigating whether they were killed by IDF fire. All four hostages had appeared in Hamas propaganda films, and their deaths have now been confirmed by the Israeli military. IDF Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari stated that the military will thoroughly investigate the circumstances of their deaths.