The Israeli Occupation Army Spokesperson said Friday: "We will continue working and do everything possible to return those held by Hamas."

"We will intensify our operations at Shifa Hospital until we locate the detainees."

The spokesperson added that the operation in Gaza is ongoing in a populated area, requiring time, and "we will persist with our operations."

They alleged the discovery of a body held captive at Shifa Complex.

The spokesperson added that they informed the families of 372 soldiers about their killing in Gaza.