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Hostage video surfaces as Israel steps up Gaza City assault

September 5, 2025

Hamas released video footage that appears to show two Israeli hostages being driven through Gaza City. The footage emerged as the Israeli army pushes ahead with its offensive in the densely populated area, focusing on structures it claims are used by the militant group.

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Pushing ahead with its offensive in Gaza City, the Israeli military is homing in on structures it says are being used by Hamas militants. An IDF airstrike demolished a 14-story building, one of the few remaining high-rises in the densely populated area.

In Israel, families of hostages marked 700 days since their loved ones were taken captive, once again expressing their criticism of the military operation.

Video footage showing two Israeli hostages being driven around Gaza City has heightened concerns for the safety of those held captive by Hamas.

David Sincock News reporter, producer and editor