The Palestinian militant group Hamas has threatened to execute all hostages if Israel targets civilians in Gaza. The group also said that it will broadcast the executions with audio and visuals.
The threat comes amid escalating tensions between Israel and Hamas. Israel has been carrying out airstrikes in Gaza in response to rocket attacks from the territory. The airstrikes have killed dozens of Palestinians, including civilians.
Hamas has been holding several Israeli hostages since 2014. The group has refused to release the hostages without a prisoner swap with Israel.
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The threat of executions has been met with condemnation from the international community. The United Nations has called on Hamas to release the hostages and to refrain from violence.
