Israeli COGAT officials and representatives have met with the UN to present the new plan and explore possible aid distribution methods.
In his social media posts, Abu Toha "specifically disparaged female Israeli hostages, questioned their hostage status and implicitly justified their abduction."
The joint Shin Bet and police team reportedly addressed the military, requesting to know why the IDF Spokesperson's Unit revealed the identity.
Wenkert said, "Hamas is not a freedom organization; they are the most brutal terrorist organization in the world."
Hamas could still avoid increased attacks if it cuts a deal before mid-May.
Gantz said Israel “cannot allow a direct and significant threat to its citizens on any border,” and insisted the country must retain security control and operational freedom in Gaza.
The IDF also said an additional Hamas terrorist serving in the terror group's sniper array had surrendered.
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