IDF Rescues Farhan al-Qadi from Gaza Tunnel

Israeli forces have successfully rescued Farhan al-Qadi, a 52-year-old member of Israel's Bedouin Arab minority, from a Hamas tunnel in Gaza after 326 days of captivity. The operation, carried out by elite units including Shayetet 13 and Yahalom, was described as 'complex and brave' by IDF officials. Al-Qadi, who was found unguarded and in a frail condition, is the eighth hostage to be rescued alive since the war began on October 7. His rescue has been hailed by Israeli leaders, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who pledged to continue efforts to free the remaining 108 hostages. The operation occurred amid ongoing airstrikes in Gaza that have killed at least 20 Palestinians, highlighting the ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis. Al-Qadi's emotional reunion with his family and his appeal to Israeli leaders to intensify efforts to rescue the remaining hostages underscore the urgency and human cost of the conflict.