• Hamas released 'farewell photos' of 48 Israeli captives, warning of dangers due to Israeli military actions.
• The photos reference Ron Arad, an Israeli pilot missing since 1986, highlighting the families' distress.
• Israeli military operations in Gaza City have intensified, prompting severe criticism and protests from families of the hostages.

The armed wing of Hamas has released a compilation of photographs dubbed a “farewell picture” of 48 Israeli captives held in Gaza, warning that ongoing Israeli assaults could put their lives in jeopardy. The montage features the name “Ron Arad” for each captive, referencing the missing Israeli pilot since 1986, and concludes with a statement blaming Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for the situation. The images coincided with intensifying military operations by Israel in Gaza City, which is marked as a combat zone by the Israeli army, resulting in significant destruction and humanitarian concerns, according to Al Jazeera and South China Morning Post.

In an alarming statement, Hamas accuses Netanyahu of rejecting ceasefire negotiations and highlights IDF Chief Eyal Zamir's alleged role in executing military orders despite his public opposition. Families of the hostages expressed their deep concerns regarding the implications of the military assault, noting that it could prevent hostages from returning alive. They are advocating vehemently for the government to halt the offensive to protect their loved ones, which has become a critical focal point in ongoing protests across Israel, as reported by India Times, Al Jazeera, and South China Morning Post.