Israeli PM, Defence minister visited Gaza Strip, vowed Hamas won't return to power. Netanyahu and Israel Katz visited IDF's Netzarim Corridor in Gaza Strip on Nov 19. IDF Chief Herzi Halevi and Shin Bet Chief Ronen Bar were also present at the Israeli military base In Gaza Strip. Military officials presented grim picture of surviving hostages in Gaza: report. Netanyahu offered $5 million reward per captive and a safe passage for Gazans who bring hostages. Gaza visit even as IDF ramped up military operations to uproot Hamas. Netanyahu said IDF 'achieved excellent results toward important goal'. PM assured Israel was doing everything it can to locate Hamas hostages, But, defence experts warned that a ceasefire only is the way to rescue hostages. Polls showed major sections in Israel support a ceasefire deal with Hamas, to end war. Critics accuse Netanyahu of continuing the Gaza war for his domestic political survival.
HAMAS RELEASES VIDEO OF NEW ATTACK
Hamas released new video of IED attack on IDF tank in North Gaza's Jabalia. Al-Qassam Brigade blew up Israeli tank with 'Shuath' explosive. IED was concealed on the roadside amid rubbled buildings. Hamas fighters were observing the spot through CCTV cameras. As IDF tank reached the rigged spot, Hamas detonated the explosive.