Hamas says it has ‘RELEASED two US hostages’ amid fears Israel invasion of Gaza is imminent

HAMAS says it has today released two US hostages as fears grow around a full-scale invasion by Israel. It comes as tens of thousands of Israeli troops wait on the Gaza Strip border after their defense boss vowed they would soon see “inside”. ReutersTanks have been gathered near Israel’s border with the Gaza Strip[/caption] Israeli troops at the border ahead of a ground invasionEPA Avalon.redIsraeli Prime Minister Netanyahu met with combat soldiers at the Gaza border[/caption] Today marked 14 days since Hamas gunmen caught Israel off guard as they stormed out of the Gaza Strip. The horror massacre, and Israel’s defence, has cost thousands their lives and seen thousands more injured. Sky News this afternoon reported the organisation’s armed wing’s spokesman Abu Ubaida said two US hostages have been released “for humanitarian reasons”. He said: “In response to Qatari efforts, we released two American detainees (a mother and her daughter) for humanitarian reasons, and to prove to the American people and the world that the allegations of Biden and his fascist administration are false allegations that have no basis in truth.” It came as a Palestinian humanitarian organisation said it had been warned by Israeli forces to evacuate Al Quds hospital in Gaza “immediately”. Israeli tanks amassed near the border early this morning, amid fears of a looming full-scale ground invasion. Increased military activity has been reported in the area with footage showing tanks on the move near Gaza. CNN’s Nic Robertson reported hearing heavy machine gun fire and distant explosions along the border. Israel’s defence chief Yoav Gallant yesterday told troops they will soon see Gaza “from the inside.” The minister wished the men luck as he said “there is no forgiveness” for the Hamas’ horror attack. Gallant’s words came as Economy Minister Nir Barakat told ABC News the Israeli military has been given the “green light” to move into Gaza whenever it’s ready. Israeli authorities say at least 1,400 people have died in Israel, while another 3,785 people have died in Gaza, according to the Palestinian Ministry of Health. More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online.Thesun.co.uk is your go to destination for the best celebrity news, football news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSun. ReutersIsraeli tanks near the border early Friday morning[/caption]