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Israelis Report Calls From Alleged Gaza Hostages Asking for Help

  • On Saturday, many Israelis received early morning calls from Israeli numbers featuring alleged hostages pleading for help amid explosion sounds.
  • These phone calls were described by Israeli cyber authorities as intentional efforts designed to create fear and alarm among the public.
  • Authorities have pinpointed certain phone numbers connected to the calls and have encouraged people to stay composed, notify officials of any doubtful behavior, and refrain from sharing information that has not been confirmed.
  • The police emergency line reported receiving numerous similar complaints occurring around the same time, while the Israel National Cyber Directorate clarified that the recordings and calls did not originate from their agency and are intended to provoke public fear.
  • The incident highlights ongoing tensions as Israelis show united support for hostages’ return, while the true origin and purpose of the calls remain under investigation.
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Israelis Received Calls with Alleged Hostage Screams

According to the hostage family forum, the calls were followed by records from Hamas hostage videos.

·Vienna, Austria
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der Standard AT broke the news in Vienna, Austria on Saturday, May 24, 2025.
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