‘Shocking Scenes’: Israel Condemns Hamas Mob Chaos at Latest Hostage Hand-Off

Prime Minister Netanyahu received assurances from mediators that the hostages ‘will be guaranteed safe passageway in the next releases.’

AP/Abdel Kareem Hana
Israeli captive Arbel Yehoud, 29, who has been held hostage by Hamas at Gaza since October 7, 2023, is escorted by Hamas and Islamic Jihad fighters as she is handed over to the Red Cross at Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip, January 30, 2025. AP/Abdel Kareem Hana

Israelis, already on edge after several chaotic hostage transfers, are boiling over with fury in light of the mob scene during Thursday’s handoff in Khan Younis. Now, the Israeli government is making clear that Hamas’ antics will no longer be tolerated. 

“I view with utmost severity the shocking scenes during the release of our hostages,” Prime Minister Netanyahu said on Thursday. “This is additional proof of the inconceivable brutality of the Hamas terrorist organization.”

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