Israel denies reports hostages have been handed over to Red Cross

Emanuel (Mannie) Fabian is The Times of Israel's military correspondent

Contrary to a report by Al Arabiya, the Red Cross has not yet received Israeli hostages Romi Gonen, Emily Damari, and Doron Steinbrecher from Hamas, Israeli sources say.

Television footage shows large crowds gathering next to Red Cross vehicles at the Saraya Square in central Gaza City, apparently where the handover will take place.

Among the rows are dozens of Hamas gunmen.

Most Popular