Israeli Prisoner "Number 24" Stills Alive in Gaza: Latest Reports
Israeli Captive, Survived Two Airstrikes, Featured in Video Released by Al-Qassam
In the ongoing battle between Israel and Gaza's Hamas—Al-Qassam Brigades, a video featuring an Israeli captive, code-named "Number 24," has surfaced. The captive escaped not one, but two Israeli bombings during the current conflict, according to information leaked from the militant group.
Reports suggest Number 24 was sheltered in a tunnel during the first attack, and miraculously survived another bombing while underground. This news follows last week's release of a video allegedly showing Al-Qassam militants trying to free Israeli hostages during a bombing. The captives' identities, however, remained undisclosed then.
In the recent recording, Number 24 speaks of worsening health and an inability to receive medication or hospital care. He also reveals his uncertainty about the fate of another prisoner called "Bar," who was reportedly in the area during one of the attacks.
Israeli officials have been heavily criticized by Number 24 in the video. Lamenting ongoing hostilities, he questions why celebrations are held across Israel while 59 prisoners remain in captivity—including him. He implores Israeli citizens to hold mass protests for their release, warning darkly that their families might never see the footage again if they don't act.
While tensions simmer in Israel, the Israeli security cabinet is poised to authorize an extended military campaign in Gaza. Despite internal opposition and growing concerns, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains resolute, asserting his commitment to release every prisoner and destroy Hamas. The Israeli military leader, Eyal Zamir, has also signaled a readiness to escalate operations in Gaza further.
With relations between Israel and Gaza sizzling and the future of Israeli hostages hanging in the balance, every day brings a new set of challenges and uncertainties. Although Number 24 remains at large, one thing is certain: his story serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of peace and the high cost of conflict.
Sources:
- Al Jazeera
- The Times of Israel
- Haaretz
- Middle East Eye
- CNN
- The video of Israeli prisoner "Number 24" surfaces amid the intense conflict between Israel and Gaza's Hamas-Al-Qassam Brigades, raising concerns about his health and that of other captives.
- Political figures and entertainment personalities on social media express their views about the current state of affairs, with opinions ranging from calls for peace to demands for military action.
- Businesses and news outlets anxiety-ridden over the tensions, as investors become wary of potential economic implications and reporters strive to deliver accurate updates on the ongoing war-and-conflicts.
- History enthusiasts engage in discussions about past peace talks and prisoner exchanges, hoping for a positive resolution to the current crisis and a glance at general-news sources for optimistic developments.
- Crime-and-justice commentators scrutinize the actions of both Israel and Hamas, with some accusing the Israeli security cabinet of postponing a diplomatic solution in favor of escalating war.
- Peace advocates vocally urge for immediate negotiations, fearing that prolonged conflict will only fuel more hostilities and undermine the hope for a peaceful resolution to the Israeli-Gaza conflict.
