Israel rescues four hostages held by Hamas in daring raid into Gaza

The families of the four rescued hostages have thanked the security forces for freeing their loved ones in a complex special daytime operation in central Gaza. Those rescued were Noa Argamani, 25, Almog Meir Jan, 21, Andrey Kozlov, 27, and Shlomi Ziv, 40. Yaakov Argamani, Ms Argamanis father, thanked the IDF and, speaking about the other hostages, said: We must do everything, and as soon as possible to bring them home. Today is my birthday, and what a present I received, he added. Jennifer Master, Mr Kozlovs partner, thanked the army, while his aunt Anna said: Theres a lot of happiness today, a lot of tears. Read more here: , israel, hamas, hostages Subscribe to The Telegraph with our special offer. Start your free trial now: