Hamas Releases Video of Hostages in Gaza City Amid Israeli Military Advancements
The video shows captive Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Alon Ohel being driven around damaged areas of the city, as Israel claims control over 40% of Gaza City.
Hamas released a video on Friday showing two hostages, Guy Gilboa-Dalal and Alon Ohel, driving through various locations in Gaza City.
The video, which was filmed last week and geolocated by CNN to Gaza City, appears aimed at influencing Israeli public opinion as the military continues its assault on the city.
The footage captures damaged buildings and shows Gilboa-Dalal expressing concern about Israel's planned takeover and occupation of Gaza City.
He urges Israelis to demonstrate against their government to demand an end to the war, which would result in the release of the remaining hostages.
Gilboa-Dalal claims that there are eight other hostages held in Gaza City, though CNN could not verify this information.
Israel's military has stated that they now control 40% of Gaza City as their operation intensifies in the densely populated urban area.
The video release coincides with the 700th day of the conflict, during which protests calling for a ceasefire and hostage release have taken place across Israel.
The video, which was filmed last week and geolocated by CNN to Gaza City, appears aimed at influencing Israeli public opinion as the military continues its assault on the city.
The footage captures damaged buildings and shows Gilboa-Dalal expressing concern about Israel's planned takeover and occupation of Gaza City.
He urges Israelis to demonstrate against their government to demand an end to the war, which would result in the release of the remaining hostages.
Gilboa-Dalal claims that there are eight other hostages held in Gaza City, though CNN could not verify this information.
Israel's military has stated that they now control 40% of Gaza City as their operation intensifies in the densely populated urban area.
The video release coincides with the 700th day of the conflict, during which protests calling for a ceasefire and hostage release have taken place across Israel.
