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Israeli Minister Confirms 60 Hostages Alive After 418 Days in Gaza

Nov 30, 2024, 05:24 PM

Israeli Minister of Strategic Affairs, Ron Dermer, has stated that 60 of the 101 hostages held in Gaza are confirmed to be alive. This information was reportedly communicated to former U.S. President Donald Trump, following earlier reports suggesting that most of the hostages were presumed dead. The hostages have been in captivity for 418 days, and the situation remains dire, with as many as two-thirds of the hostages potentially still alive. Calls for Trump to engage in negotiations for their release have emerged, as skepticism grows over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's ability to secure their freedom.