Israel has successfully rescued four hostages held captive in central Gaza, marking the largest hostage rescue operation since the latest conflict with Hamas began.
The operation, carried out on Saturday, saw Israeli forces raid two locations in the Nuseirat area, braving heavy fire and Palestinian militant resistance.
The four hostages, identified as Noa Argamani, 26, Almog Meir Jan, 22, Andrey Kozlov, 27, and Shlomi Ziv, 41, were freed and whisked away by helicopter for medical evaluation.
The rescue mission came at a significant cost, with at least 274 Palestinians, including dozens of children, killed in the raid.
The operation has sparked widespread international attention and condemnation, with many calling for restraint and a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
The hostages’ release has been met with relief and joy in Israel, with many hailing the operation as a triumph.
However, the incident has also raised concerns about the escalating violence in the region and the fate of Palestinian civilians caught in the crossfire.
As tensions continue to simmer, the international community remains on high alert, urging both sides to exercise restraint and work towards a peaceful resolution.
