Hamas releases video of Israeli-American hostage as IDF uses ‘extreme force’ in Israel Gaza conflict

Iranian state television has reported explosions in the region, adding to the escalating tensions in the area. The news comes as Hamas released a propaganda video showing hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, an Israeli-American man captured during the 7 October attack.

The release of the video coincided with reports of Palestinian civilians fleeing their homes in northern Gaza due to intense Israeli bombardment. The shelling, focused on Beit Lahiya, prompted evacuation orders from the Israeli military, warning residents of a “dangerous combat zone.”

Israeli army spokesperson Avichay Adraee emphasized the military’s commitment to using “extreme force against terrorist infrastructure and subversive elements” in the region. Meanwhile, the European Union has backed UN calls for an investigation into mass graves uncovered at two major hospitals in Gaza, which were reportedly raided by Israeli troops.

Palestinian authorities claimed that over 300 bodies were discovered at burial sites outside the Nasser and al-Shifa hospitals. However, the Israeli military dismissed these claims as “baseless and unfounded.”

The situation remains tense in the region as both sides continue to engage in conflict. The developments highlight the ongoing challenges and complexities of the Israel-Hamas war, with international bodies calling for independent investigations and humanitarian efforts to address the crisis.