Hamas released a video of an injured Israeli-Russian hostage, Maxim Herkin, amidst escalating violence in Gaza, where 11 Palestinians, including three infants, were killed in an Israeli strike. Since Israel resumed operations on March 18, over 2,396 Palestinians have died, contributing to a total war death toll of 52,495, while Gaza militants are holding 58 hostages. Demonstrations in Israel demand government action for hostage release, as renewed offensives continue despite concerns for the captives’ safety, with humanitarian aid blocked since March 2.
