The family of slain hostage Carmel Gat has expressed their lack of comfort in the Israeli military's recent announcement regarding the killing of two of her captors. Despite thanking Israeli soldiers for their efforts and acknowledging the risks they took, the family emphasized that Carmel's priority would have been the safe return of the hostages rather than the fate of the militants.
According to a spokesperson from the Be’eri kibbutz, where Carmel was taken, the family believes that the answer to death is not more death but rather the preservation of life. They have called on the government to pursue a deal that would ensure the release of the remaining hostages and prevent any further escalation in the region.
Following the IDF's statement that two captors of the six slain hostages were killed in a confrontation in Tel Al-Sultan, the military spokesperson, Daniel Hagari, explained that the decision was based on DNA evidence found in the tunnel where the hostages were killed. While the exact involvement of the two men in the hostage situation is still being investigated, the IDF maintains that their actions were in response to the tragic incident.
The families of the hostages continue to grapple with the aftermath of the ordeal, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing life and seeking peaceful resolutions to conflicts. The community remains hopeful for the safe return of the remaining hostages and urges authorities to take necessary steps to prevent further violence.
