Footage of Israeli captive attacking Sara Netanyahu - Al-Qassam

Al Bawaba

10-05-2025

ALBAWABA – The Izz al-Din al-Qassam Brigades, Hamas's military wing, released a new video of an Israeli captive in Gaza, identified as "Prisoner No. 21", in which he speaks about the deteriorating conditions faced by captives and launches a sharp attack on Israeli leadership—particularly Sara Netanyahu, the wife of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
In the recorded message, the captive described the worsening physical and psychological state of fellow captive "Prisoner No. 22", claiming he has repeatedly tried to harm himself and others. He recounted a recent incident where he had to intervene—alongside a Qassam fighter—to prevent No. 22 from self-harm. The video showed No. 22 lying motionless and exhausted.
According to the speaker, Prisoner No. 22 refuses to eat or drink, though resources are already extremely scarce. He said his cellmate is consumed with thoughts of his wife and son, and warned of the consequences if the situation continues unchecked. 'What will happen if I leave him alone? I can't imagine it,' he said, noting that he had also stopped eating in solidarity, stating, "Our fate is in your hands."
The captive addressed Israeli pilots, expressing pride in those who refused to fly combat missions out of concern for captive safety. However, he criticized those still conducting airstrikes on Gaza, accusing them of endangering both hostages and civilians. 'What do you tell your families? What do you tell ours?' he asked.
He further claimed that several hostages remain alive and suggested the Israeli public should 'ask Sara Netanyahu' about their exact number, implying she holds information not shared with the public. Directly addressing her, he asked, 'How many of us need to die before we're allowed to return home? Do you want fewer than 20 hostages or more? Just say it.'
The captive condemned the war's continuation, describing it as a "nightmare" that has dragged on for a year and seven months. 'How has this war lasted this long? Have you gone mad?' he asked angrily. He held Israeli decision-makers responsible for the ongoing bloodshed, saying their hands were stained with the blood of both soldiers and civilians. He ended by calling for immediate action to end the war, warning, 'Time is running out.'
The video ended with a message from the Qassam Brigades: 'They will not return except through a deal. Time is running out.'
This marks yet another instance where Hamas has used video footage of Israeli captives to pressure the Israeli government, highlight humanitarian concerns, and demand negotiations for a prisoner exchange.