The Israel Defense Forces addressed a video released by Hamas this evening, claiming it depicts a living hostage who was previously reported as deceased.
“This evening, the Hamas terrorist organization released footage allegedly showing a hostage who had been killed. We are examining the information, and at this stage, we cannot confirm or refute it,” the IDF stated. “IDF representatives are in contact with her family and are keeping them updated with all available information.”
The statement further condemned Hamas for its continued tactics of psychological warfare, adding, “Hamas continues to engage in psychological terror and act with extreme brutality.”
The IDF urged the public to be cautious, saying, “Please refrain from spreading rumors and information that may harm the families of the hostages.”
In response to the release of the video, the hostage’s family has requested that people avoid sharing the footage.
{Matzav.com Israel}