Netanyahu announces $5 million reward for each Gaza hostage freed
thehindu.com — November 20, 2024, 07:01 AM UTC
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced a $5 million reward for anyone who frees a hostage held by Hamas in Gaza. He emphasized that those who assist in the release will be provided safe passage for themselves and their families. Netanyahu, speaking from the Netzarim Corridor, reiterated Israel's goal of preventing Hamas from ruling Gaza. He stated that efforts to locate and recover the remaining hostages will continue. Since Hamas's attack on October 7, 2023, a total of 251 hostages were taken, with 97 still held in Gaza. Among them, 34 have been confirmed dead.
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