Hamas warns Israeli plans to expand Gaza assault mean 'sacrificing' captives

Hamas has warned that Israeli plans to expand its military offensive on Gaza will mean "sacrificing" its captives.

Israel's Security Cabinet approved a plan to expand its ongoing war on Gaza.

Hamas said the move "represents an explicit decision to sacrifice Israeli hostages in the enclave".

It added that the decision reflects Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's "insistence on committing more crimes against civilians under a cover provided by the US administration".

The group called on Arab and Muslim countries, the UN, and the international community “to take immediate action to curb the fascist occupation government, and bring its leaders to international justice".