Hamas on Saturday released a video showing Israeli hostage Matan Zangauker, held captive in Gaza for over 420 days since being abducted during the terrorist group’s October 7, 2023, attack on southern Israel.
In the footage, Zangauker criticizes Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, saying, "I am very disappointed. I am now sure you don’t understand your enemies or their intentions. This is your government’s failure." He adds that he and fellow hostages fear for their lives following new directives reportedly conveyed by their captors.
Zangauker's partner, Ilana Gritzewsky, was also abducted but released in a hostage deal in November last year. His family authorized the release of the video but noted that statements made were likely dictated by Hamas.