Supporters of an Israeli soldier seized by Palestinian militants are set to mark the fourth anniversary of his capture by holding rallies in Tel Aviv.

Gilad Shalit, 23, has been held in Gaza by Hamas militants who are demanding the release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners in exchange for his release.

Thousands are expected to rally outside the military headquarters in Tel Aviv calling for his release.

Sgt Shalit was captured in a raid into Israel by militants in 2006 exactly four years ago....