US Officials Estimate Only 50 Hostages Held by Hamas Remain Alive

New intelligence suggests the majority of hostages taken by Hamas in Gaza have died, raising concerns over the fate of those still captive.

US officials and Israeli intelligence estimate only 50 of 120 hostages are still alive.
The number of deceased hostages has increased due to harsh conditions and lack of medical care.
Families of hostages express growing despair as more bodies are recovered.
Recent rescue operations have saved some hostages but may have worsened conditions for others.
Negotiations for hostage release remain stalled, with uncertainty over the exact number of surviving captives.