Hamas' New Hostage Protocols Highlight Tensions in Jerusalem Post Reports
Hamas Unveils Updated Hostage Handling Techniques
Hamas’ armed wing declared on Monday that the group has been operating under new directives regarding hostages since June. This change follows the Israeli military's recovery of six hostages' bodies from a Rafah tunnel, claiming they were executed by captors as Israeli forces closed in.
Accountability and Hostage Safety
Abu Ubaida, spokesperson for Hamas’ al-Qassam Brigades, stated that Israel holds responsibility for the hostages' deaths. The updated protocols were ordered for guards after a notable rescue operation in June, which ended tragically for many.
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Tension Between Hamas and Israel
Hamas leaders insist that Prime Minister Netanyahu is evading accountability for the deaths. They argue that immediate resolution is necessary for the safe return of hostages, emphasizing that the responsibility rests with political leaders overriding humanitarian needs. As negotiations remain static, the future of these hostages hangs in the balance.
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