GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip – Israel successfully executed a covert mission to rescue two hostages in Rafah, leading to the tragic deaths of 37 people, according to health officials. This daring nighttime operation came 128 days after the hostages were captured in Gaza, as confirmed by Israeli authorities.

The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) conducted a special operation to free the two hostages from the southern Gaza city of Rafah. This mission was deemed necessary due to the capture of the hostages, and it resulted in the loss of many lives on the ground.

The IDF stated that the air strike in Rafah was a diversionary tactic aimed at facilitating the rescue of the hostages. This complex and risky operation showcased the lengths to which Israeli forces were willing to go to secure the release of their citizens under captivity.

The rescue mission in Rafah has sparked both relief and mourning as it brought freedom to the hostages but also led to a significant loss of life. The covert nature of the mission and the strategic considerations behind it point to the complexities and challenges faced in conflict zones like Gaza.