GAZA, March 24 (Xinhua) -- Hamas on Monday published a video of two Israeli hostages held in Gaza, in which the captives urged the Israeli government to halt its military operations, warning that continued attacks put their lives at risk.

The video, released by Hamas' al-Qassam Brigades on Telegram, showed the captives identifying themselves only as "prisoner number 21" and "prisoner number 22."

They claimed their appeal was voluntary and not part of psychological warfare. One detainee recounted the food shortages before the Jan. 19 ceasefire and noted that just as conditions were improving during the truce, Israel resumed its offensive on March 18, which dealt them a "severe blow."

Both detainees warned that ongoing Israeli attacks could lead to their deaths and criticized the government's handling of the situation.

They also called on previously released detainees to publicly share their experiences during captivity.

The Israeli government has not issued an official response, while military operations in Gaza continue amid international mediation efforts. Enditem

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