Thirty-one foreign hostages have been killed so far, in the rescue operation in Algeria that is continuing since thursday. Nine militants were also killed, while three were arrested alive, since the army’s Special Forces launched the operation on Thursday at the Tinguentourine gas field.

British Prime Minister David Cameron (centre) leaves Number 10 Downing Street to travel to the House of Commons to deliver a statement on the unfolding hostage situation in Algeria. Pic/Getty Images