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Netanyahu says there’s ‘doubt’ about whether three of remaining hostages are alive

The statement came a day after US President Donald Trump said only 21 of 24 hostages believed alive had survived.

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Netanyahu Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday there is “doubt” about the survival of three hostages previously believed alive in Gaza. (File Photo)

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Wednesday there is “doubt” about the survival of three hostages previously believed alive in Gaza.

The statement came a day after US President Donald Trump said only 21 of 24 hostages believed alive had survived.

The news sent families of remaining captives in Gaza into panic.

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