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Six Israeli Hostages Held 11 Months Executed by Hamas in Gaza

Sep 1, 2024, 11:55 AM

Autopsy reports have confirmed that six Israeli hostages, whose bodies were recovered from Gaza, were executed by gunshot wounds to the head. The hostages showed signs of severe neglect and at least one was found bound. They had been held hostage for 11 months. The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) believe that the hostages were killed by Hamas as Israeli forces were closing in on their location. The executions are believed to have occurred within 48 hours before the IDF discovered the bodies.