Hamas claims it holds dozens of Israeli hostages - Breaking The News

Hamas claims it holds dozens of Israeli hostages

7 October

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A Hamas spokesperson said the number of Israeli nationals held hostage is "several times greater than dozens" but did not provide an exact figure. The Israeli Defense Forces also declined to give out details in its report on captured citizens earlier in the day.

Hamas also said the hostages are held in various areas of the Gaza Strip.

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