Reactivated “Hannibal Directive” was ordered from top, Israeli journalists confirm. Read more about Israeli HQ ordered troops to shoot Israeli captives on 7 October 

Army’s rejection of an investigation appears to be a cover up. Read more about Israel admits to "immense" amount of "friendly fire" on 7 October 

“Mass Hannibal” stopped Israelis being taken captive by killing them. Read more about We blew up Israeli houses on 7 October, says Israeli colonel 

Human rights groups warn of “unprecedented number of killings” ahead of rumored ground invasion. Read more about Israel massacres Palestinian families in Gaza reprisal strikes 

Military protocol authorizes massive firepower to prevent a captured soldier from being taken alive. Read more about Palestinian killed as Israel uses Hannibal Directive in refugee camp 

Newly released video may be intended to send message to Israel over prisoners currently held in Gaza. Read more about Video shows captured Israeli soldier at Gaza barbecue 

A 55-day-old baby was among the scores of civilians bombed during Black Friday in August 2014.  Read more about Israel intentionally killed civilians after soldier's capture in Gaza -- Amnesty 

Independent investigation finds Israeli leaders at “highest level” likely responsible for policy of targeting civilians. Read more about “Balance” in UN Gaza report can’t hide massive Israeli war crimes 

Almost 70 percent of children killed by Israel in Gaza last summer were less than twelve years old.  Read more about Israel "directly targeted" children in drone strikes on Gaza, says rights group