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"The army categorically denies operating any such detention centres," Lt Col Abdullah Ibn Zaid told the BBC.

"The police is currently following all possible leads to locate the victim and apprehend the perpetrators," said Hawks spokesman Lt Col Avele Fumba.

Issuing the order, IDF Arabic spokesman Lt Col Avichay Adraee warned that Israel would "launch a severe strike on any area from which rockets are fired".

Lt Col Hugo Clark, 54 is accused of taking a deactivated explosive through security at Edinburgh Airport on 16 October.

Lt Col Charles Bairsto, commanding officer 4th Battalion, The Ranger Regiment, described Cpl Gill as a "strong and natural leader" who was "dedicated to his family".