Israel and Hamas approve the deal, Qatar: 24 hours to be known Israel and Hamas approve the deal, Qatar: 24 hours to be known

At a press conference, army spokesman Daniel Hagari stated that they organized a second point operation in the Gaza Strip to gather information about the hostages.

"We have identified 203 Israelis held by Hamas," Hagari said, adding that their families have been contacted.

Stating that the area around the Gaza Strip is still considered a "war zone", Hagari shared that they captured an "armed element" trying to return to Gaza yesterday and that his interrogation continues.

Commenting on the Israeli army's possible ground attacks on the Gaza Strip, Hagari said that they are working to ensure that all forces are fully prepared with logistics, protective and personal equipment.