Towards the cruel exploitation of hostages
Hamas soldiers transport an Israeli woman captured during the attack on Israel on October 7 in Khan Yunis, southern Gaza Strip, on a motorcycle. France Press agency
Analysis – In addition to the wait and the many questions that are currently unanswered, there are even more difficult hours ahead for families.
Hostage trauma has spread to Israeli society. Against the background of the waiting that begins, and the currently unanswered questions that torment family, loved ones and friends: Where are they? Are they treated well? How will they overcome this ordeal? What can the army do about this mystery? An unprecedented mystery in a country that has nevertheless had to face other hostage-taking operations, but never on this scale: “POM”, a large-scale hostage-taking operation, say anti-terrorism specialists.
After long hours of uncertainty, the Israeli authorities were able to gauge the scale of the disaster: there are about 150 people detained across the Gaza Strip, both civilians and soldiers, including high-ranking officers, women and children.
As is the case in most hostage situations, Hamas and Islamic Jihad, which are holding these kidnapped persons, will use their detention. More difficult hours await us.
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