Israel says that over 240 hostages have been taken by political and military organization Hamas.
In the daily IDF briefing, spokesman Daniel Hagari says the military has contacted the families of 242 hostages being held in Gaza.
Hamas say they have hidden the hostages across Gaza, including in tunnels. Last week, they said at least 50 hostages had been killed by Israeli air strikes – a figure that can’t be verified.
And yesterday, Hamas said seven hostages were killed in an air strike on the Jabalia refugee camp.
The German government has banned the activities of Hamas – already designated as a terrorist organisation in the country.
It means it will be a criminal offence to have meetings in the name of Hamas or spread their propaganda.
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