JERUSALEM, Israel – In a dramatic turn of events, Israeli forces have successfully rescued a hostage from Hamas’ underground tunnels in Gaza, while launching a major operation in Judea and Samaria, also known as the West Bank.
Israel Defense Forces released footage of a military helicopter landing in Gaza, showing the daring rescue of Qaid Farhan al-Qadi.
He’s the latest of eight hostages rescued alive since October 7th, and the first to be found in Hamas’ vast network of underground tunnels.
Al-Qadi, 52, a Bedouin Arab, is the first Israeli Arab hostage rescued alive in this conflict.
IDF Chief Spokesman Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari stated, “Israeli commandos rescued Qaid Farhan Al-Qadi from an underground tunnel following accurate intelligence.”
Meanwhile, the IDF has launched its largest counter-terrorism operation in Palestinian Authority areas in 22 years, dubbed “Operation Summer Camp.” Palestinian sources report at least ten Palestinians killed so far – four in Tubas, four in an IDF airstrike near Jenin, and two in an exchange of fire in Jenin.
Back in Gaza, the rescue of al-Qadi has ignited hope for the families of the remaining hostages. However, it also highlights the ongoing conflict’s growing complexity.
Ceasefire negotiations are set to continue in Doha, Qatar.
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