Generate Key TakeawaysDuring operations in the Gaza Strip, soldiers took notice of a figure waving a white flag in their direction and calling for help. A Hamas terrorist disguised as a hostage attempted to lure IDF soldiers away into a possible trap on Monday night, N12 reported on Tuesday, citing the IDF Spokesperson's Unit. During operations in the Gaza Strip, soldiers reportedly took notice of a figure waving a white flag in their direction and calling for help. (credit: IDF SPOKESPERSON'S UNIT)Three hostages mistakenly killed by IDF fireIn December 2023, Yotam Chaim, Samer Talalka, and Alon Shamrioz were mistakenly killed by IDF fire in the Gaza Strip after they had managed to flee from Hamas. The IDF had also found a message saying “three hostages – help” on the building two days before the deadly altercation.