The Israeli occupation forces have stated that their airstrike on November 10, 2023, likely resulted in the deaths of three Israeli captives held by Hamas. This admission follows months of previous denials regarding the incident, which has been described as a potential embarrassment for the Israeli apartheid regime.

The military's investigation revealed the captives were located in a tunnel complex associated with a Hamas commander at the time of the strike. The Israeli occupation forces claimed they were unaware of the hostages' presence, leading to significant scrutiny over their intelligence failures during the ongoing Gaza genocide.

This revelation may intensify pressure on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government to negotiate the release of the remaining captives, with families expressing concerns that similar incidents could occur if military actions continue without a ceasefire.

Critics have pointed out that the military's strategy has not yielded the desired outcomes, with anger against Netanyahu primarily stemming from opposition parties. However, his base remains steadfast in their support, complicating efforts for political change amid the ongoing violence.

Analysts question whether the Israeli occupation forces' actions were intentional, suggesting that while there may be a desire to rescue captives, the reality of the situation indicates that military operations do not prioritise saving them.

Since the onset of the Gaza genocide, the health ministry in Gaza reports that at least 41,206 Palestinians have been killed, highlighting the devastating impact of the Israeli military's operations on the civilian population.