"Contrary to Regulations"

Israel's military mistakenly killed three hostages. [For the best experience, read in browser.]( December 18, 2023 Good morning. President Biden had strong words for Donald Trump after the former president's anti-immigrant remarks at the weekend — we've got more, below. But first, we're sharing [what we know about the tragic deaths of three hostages]( who were accidentally killed by Israeli soldiers. Let's begin.   In the News [People lighting havdallah candle and waving Israeli flag]( Demonstrators gather in Tel Aviv after the IDF said it accidentally killed three hostages. (Getty Images) "Contrary to Regulations" Today, Defense Sec. Lloyd Austin will press Israeli officials to define the milestones they're aiming to reach before transitioning to the next phase of the war with Hamas. His visit comes alongside an investigation after Israel’s military admitted to accidentally killing three hostages in Gaza on Friday. Here's what we know. The Israel Defense Forces said troops opened fire on Yotam Haim, Samer Talalka, and Alon Shamriz after they emerged from a nearby building shirtless and bearing a makeshift white flag. Officials also acknowledged that their deaths were a violation of the rules of engagement. “The shooting of the hostages was carried out contrary to the open-fire regulations,” said Israeli military chief Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevy. “It is forbidden to shoot at those who raise a white flag and seek to surrender.” The three men were among the more than 240 people abducted during Hamas’ unprecedented Oct. 7 attack on Israel, in response to which, Israel declared war on the militant group. As details continue to emerge, here’s [what we know about the tragic incident,]( and what the victims' families have to say. 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