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Local sources from Israel: ynet ידיעות אחרונות, וואלה! חדשות.
UK coverage: Al Jazeera English.

The Israeli army has admitted to mistakenly killing three captives held by Palestinian armed groups in Gaza. The captives, who were identified as three young men abducted during a Hamas attack, were killed during combat with Palestinian fighters. The Israeli military expressed condolences to the families and promised a transparent investigation into the incident.

The deaths occurred amidst ongoing battles between Israeli troops and Palestinian fighters, with around 250 captives still held in Gaza. The US and Israel are discussing a timetable for scaling back the offensive against Hamas, while Israeli air raids and shelling continue.

In response to the violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, the US State Department has announced a new policy of visa restrictions against Jewish extremists involved in undermining peace, security, or stability in the West Bank. Close family members of such individuals may also be subject to these restrictions. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated that the US is prepared to act through its authorities to hold those responsible accountable.

Meanwhile, Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar has issued a warning about the increase in the number of attacks by settlers against Palestinians and the potential impact it could have on the security situation in Gaza.

The Israeli government has promised to investigate the incident and take steps to protect Palestinians, while the US is taking steps to hold extremists accountable. As the conflict continues, the international community is watching closely to see how the situation will unfold.