Global Conflicts: Israel-Gaza Day 50 – Continuous Live Updates
Israel-Gaza Day 50
Continuous Live Updates
Israel has released a Statement announcing the Names of the 13 Israeli Citizens who have been Released from Hamas Captivity today, they include:
The Or Family from Be’eri:
- Noam Or (16 Years Old)
- Alma Or (13 Years Old)
The Weiss Family from Be’eri:
- Shiri Weiss (53 Years Old)
- Noga Weiss (18 Years Old)
The Avigdori Family from Be’eri:
- Sharon Hertzman Avigdori (52 Years Old)
- Noam Avigdori (12 Years Old)
The Haran Family from Be’eri:
- Shoshan Haran (67 Years Old)
- Adi Shoham (38 Years Old)
- Neve Shoham (8 Years Old)
- Yahal Shoham (3 Years Old)
- Hila Rotem Shoshani (12 Years Old)
- Emily Toni Kornberg Hand (8 Years Old)
- Mia Regev Jarbi (21 Years Old)
The 13 Israeli hostages released from Hamas captivity tonight: Sharon Avigdori and her daughter Noam, siblings Alma and Noam Or, Hila Rotem, Emily Hand, Shiri Weiss and her daughter Noga, Adi Shoham and children Yahel and Naveh, Maya Regev, and Shoshan Haran.
🇮🇱🇮🇪 Release of Emily Hand: Emily Hand, a 9-year-old Irish-Israeli citizen, has been released after 50 days in captivity in Gaza. She was held hostage by Hamas, causing significant concern for her well-being. Her release brings an end to a harrowing ordeal for her and her family. Emily’s father, who initially feared the worst for his daughter, has expressed profound relief upon her safe returns .
🇵🇸🇮🇱 Hostage Handover by Hamas: Hamas has officially handed over 20 hostages, comprising 13 Israelis and 7 foreigners, to the Red Cross.
🇮🇱 IDF Confirmation: The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) have confirmed, based on information from the Red Cross, that these hostages are currently en route to the Rafah crossing.
🚨 Imminent Release of Hostages: A breakthrough has been reported following earlier complications, with the imminent release of 20 hostages now expected today. This group includes 8 children, 5 women, and 7 foreign workers. This development signifies a critical step towards resolving the hostage situation.
🇮🇱 IDF on Hostage Release Efforts: IDF Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari has reported significant progress in the efforts to release the hostages from Gaza. In his evening press conference, he emphasized the IDF’s moral and ethical duty to ensure the hostages’ return.
Hagari acknowledged the challenges of negotiating with Hamas, describing them as an “evil terror group.” He stated that the IDF is prepared to resume military action if the terms of the agreement are not met.
“The effort tonight is progressing, and we will inform the families and the public when things happen. Patience is required,” Hagari added, indicating the delicate and ongoing nature of the situation.
🕒 Expected Release of Hostages by Hamas: Thirteen Israeli citizens and seven foreign workers are anticipated to be released by Hamas within the next three hours.
🇮🇱 High-Level Israeli Security Meeting: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu is currently in consultations with key security figures, including Defense Minister Galant, Minister Gantz, along with representatives from Mossad, Shin Bet, and the General Staff. This urgent meeting, reported by Israeli Channel 12, indicates significant deliberations on pressing national security matters.
🇶🇦🇪🇬 Intervention by Qatar and Egypt: Qatar and Egypt are reportedly using back-channels to urge Hamas to immediately release the hostages as per the earlier agreement. This intervention aims to prevent the total collapse of the ceasefire, indicating the critical role these nations are playing in mediating and sustaining the fragile peace efforts in the region.
🇮🇱 IDF Military Operations in Gaza: The Israel Defense Force has declared its intention to resume military operations in the Gaza Strip at midnight, along with a significant escalation in precision strikes. This action is contingent upon Hamas failing to adhere to the terms of the “4-Day Ceasefire” and not releasing the hostages scheduled for today.
🇮🇱 Israeli Defense Minister’s Stance on Gaza Operation: Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, during his tour of the Gaza Strip, asserted that Israeli forces will remain in Gaza until all hostages are returned. He emphasized that any future negotiations with Hamas will occur amidst ongoing military action.
📍 Tour Details: Gallant visited the Gaza Strip, accompanied by Navy head Vice Adm. David Sa’ar Salama, to meet with commanders and soldiers and assess the military operations and preparedness during the ceasefire.
🗣️ Gallant on Military Pressure: He highlighted that the return of the first group of hostages was a result of military pressure on Hamas. Gallant explained that increased pressure leads to breaks in hostilities and progressively more acceptable offers from Hamas for negotiations.
🔚 Ceasefire and Future Negotiations: Gallant indicated that the ceasefire would be brief, with further talks with Hamas occurring under combat conditions.
📑 Briefing on Operations: During his tour, Gallant was briefed on the operations conducted by the forces in the northern Gaza coast and the security measures in place during the ceasefire.
🇵🇸🇮🇱 Delay in Hostage Release by Hamas: Hamas has announced a delay in releasing a second group of Israeli hostages. The organization cites Israel’s alleged non-compliance with the terms of their agreement, specifically regarding the entry of aid trucks into northern Gaza and the standards for releasing prisoners.
🇮🇱 Air Defense Activity in Eilat: There are reports of air defense activity over Eilat. Notably, no sirens have been sounded in the area. The situation suggests a state of heightened alertness or response to a potential aerial threat. Further details are awaited.
🇮🇱 Air Defense Activity in Eilat: There are reports of air defense activity over Eilat. Notably, no sirens have been sounded in the area. The situation suggests a state of heightened alertness or response to a potential aerial threat. Further details are awaited. pic.twitter.com/iODizpkWKw
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🇮🇱 Israeli Hostages Welcomed by IDF: Recent photos released by the Government Press Office capture the moment when the Israeli hostages, released on day 49, were greeted by IDF soldiers last night.
Released Israeli Hostages
IDF Chief of Staff on Ceasefire and Strategy: Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi of the Israel Defense Forces has stated that the military is prepared to resume operations in the Gaza Strip immediately after the ceasefire with Hamas concludes. He emphasized that the ceasefire and hostage deal were results of IDF’s pressure on Hamas.
Halevi highlighted the IDF’s commitment to bringing back all hostages, considering it a moral duty. He mentioned that the current pause in fighting is an opportunity for the IDF to analyze, enhance capabilities, and rest.
The IDF’s strategy, according to Halevi, includes immediate resumption of attacks in Gaza post-ceasefire, with a focus on dismantling Hamas and exerting pressure for the quick return of hostages. He stressed the IDF’s obligation to ensure the safety of Israeli citizens and the return of hostages.
CMA CGM Symi, a container ship owned by an Israeli billionaire, came under attack by a suspected Iranian drone in the Indian Ocean, an American defense official says.
Malta-flagged vessel was suspected to have been targeted by a triangle-shaped, bomb-carrying Shahed-136 drone while in international waters.
The drone exploded, causing damage to the ship but not injuring any of its crew.
British Foreign Secretary David Cameron:
There won’t be long term safety and security and stability for Israel, unless there is long term safety, security and stability for the Palestinian people.
And you have to start thinking about the future…you’ve got to paint a picture of Palestinians living in peace and stability.
Civilian casualties in Gaza are too high. Israeli forces must abide by international humanitarian law. Settler violence in the occupied West Bank is completely unacceptable.
Israel to release 42 prisoners and Hamas to release 14 hostages today.
Israeli Defence Minister Gallant:
There will be a short humanitarian pause and then we will continue the war with all our military might.
We will not stop until we achieve the goal of the destruction of Hamas and the release of prisoners.
There are 240 prisoners (in Hamas’ hands) and this is not something we can accept and tolerate.
Israel calls on Spain and Belgium to “stop supporting terrorism”.
Israel’s foreign ministry has summoned the ambassadors of Spain and Belgium over statements made by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo in Egypt, which Israel considers “support for terrorism”.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also weighed in, saying the two European leaders had failed to spotlight what he called crimes against humanity committed by Palestinian militants of Hamas.
Shortly after Netanyahu’s comments, Spanish Foreign Minister Jose Manuel Albares said in a video statement that “the accusations of the Israeli government are false and unacceptable. We categorically reject them”.
Later on Friday evening, Albares said on state television that he had summoned the Israeli ambassador in Madrid to explain the Israeli government’s accusations.
