The IDF has announced the successful rescue of two hostages, a 60 and a 70 year old man, during operations in Gaza’s Rafah. Both are reportedly in good condition.
Two Israeli hostages rescued during an overnight mission in Rafah.
During a joint operation between the IDF, ISA, and Israel Police, two Israeli hostages from Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak were rescued: Fernando Simon Marman (60) and Louis Har (70).
They are both in good medical…
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) February 12, 2024
The rescue comes amidst Israel’s extensive bombing campaign in Rafah, which Palestinian sources claim has resulted in the deaths of over 100 people.
With the rescue of the two hostages, an estimated 134 hostages remain in Gaza. Israel believes 31 of the remaining hostages have died over the course of the war.
