IDF Strikes Gaza City Skyscraper Allegedly Used by Hamas
Gaza City – The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) struck a high-rise building in Gaza City today, asserting it was utilized by Hamas. The action follows a formal evacuation notice issued by Israeli Minister Israel Katz to residents of a multi-story building in gaza, signaling an anticipated escalation of military operations. Katz warned on X, “Now the bolt is about to be removed from the gates of hell in Gaza… onc the door is opened, it will no longer be closed,” indicating intensified IDF activity until Hamas accepts Israel’s terms for a ceasefire.
The strike occurs on the 700th day of conflict stemming from Hamas attacks, as protests continue in Tel Aviv calling for a resolution.Simultaneously, Hamas released a video featuring hostages Guy Gilboa Dalal and an unidentified individual, reportedly filmed on August 28, 2025, in Gaza City. The video, disseminated via Telegram, appears to be an attempt to exert pressure on Israel and perhaps deter a planned ground offensive targeting gaza City. Families of hostages have requested the public refrain from sharing the video without family consent.
According to reports from Channel 12,the hostage in the video urges Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to halt the planned military offensive,claiming to be held in Gaza City and displaying footage of destroyed buildings. The IDF has not yet commented on the hostage video or the specific details of the skyscraper strike. The situation remains fluid, with ongoing concerns for civilian safety and the fate of hostages held by Hamas.