Hamas murdered six hostages last week after using them to wage psychological warfare against Israel | As summer has been winding down we have contended with some very dark days. The recent murders of six Israeli hostages shook the nation to its core. As did the comment made by PM Netanyahu in a security cabinet meeting on the evening of Thursday, August 29, which was leaked to the media. Challenged by Minister of Defense, Yoav Gallant, as to whether he would prioritize continued military control of the Philadelphi Corridor in Gaza or a concession that may lead to a hostage deal, the Prime Minister responded: “Philadelphi.”