Title: Israeli Army: Three Hostages Held in Gaza Killed by Friendly Fire

An Israeli military spokesman reported today, Friday, that the Israeli army mistakenly killed three hostages that Hamas had been holding in Gaza during an incident "under review." The army stated that the hostages were killed during fighting with militants in Gaza and expressed condolences to their families, stating that there would be "full transparency" in the investigation into the incident. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a statement, "Together with all the people of Israel, I bow my head in deep sadness and express my sorrow over the deaths of three of our dear kidnapped sons. My heart is with the bereaved families in these difficult times." In this context, families of Israeli hostages protested outside the Ministry of Defense, calling for an immediate exchange deal.