IDF Attempts to Communicate With Gazan Residents To Receive Information Regarding Hostages

As part of the extensive efforts to free the Israeli and foreign national hostages held by the Hamas terrorist organization in Gaza, the IDF used multiple channels to communicate with the residents of Gaza and ask for information about the hostages, offering protection and compensation in return.

Attached is the announcement distributed in the Gaza Strip and a translation: 


See the attached translation in English:

“If your will is to live in peace and to have a better future for your children, do the humanitarian deed immediately and share verified and valuable information about hostages being held in your area. The Israeli military assures you that it will invest maximum effort in providing security for you and your home, and you will receive a financial reward. We guarantee you complete confidentiality.

The Israel Defense Forces"

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the IDF asking Gaza residents to do?
A: The IDF is asking residents to provide verified information about the location of hostages held in Gaza.

Q: What incentives are being offered for information?
A: The message states that individuals may receive protection and financial compensation for providing verified information.

Q: Is confidentiality guaranteed for informants?
A: Yes. The message states that complete confidentiality will be maintained.

Q: How is the IDF communicating this appeal?
A: The IDF is using multiple communication channels to reach residents in Gaza with these messages.

Q: Why is this appeal being made?
A: The appeal is part of ongoing efforts to locate and free Israeli and foreign national hostages held by Hamas.