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The IDF’s investigation suggests that the hostages were likely killed as a collateral consequence of the strike, which was based on intelligence indicating the location of a Hamas leader. The families of the victims criticized the lack of precise intelligence, asserting that their loved ones may have been used as human shields by Hamas. Hamas propaganda had previously circulated videos claiming responsibility for the deaths, fueling controversy over the IDF’s tactics.
Currently, Israel estimates around 100 hostages remain captive, with 33 believed to be dead. The tragic losses highlight the complex and dangerous nature of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, where efforts to eliminate Hamas military capabilities intersect with the tragic human costs of warfare.