Gaza hostages
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Daughter of former Gaza hostage confronts UN over UNRWA funding despite Hamas ties
Hamas massacre victims' families release 'October 7 Files' in push for government accountability
Former hostages blast 'NAZA' documentary, accuse filmmakers of erasing their suffering
Former hostage Omer Shem Tov recalls loneliness, hunger, abuse during Hamas captivity
“It bothers me when people tell me I’m a hero,” Shem Tov said of his release from captivity. “I don’t think I’m a hero. This was a reality that was forced on me."
Rosh Hashanah 2026: October 7 awakened Jewish connection - now we must make it last - opinion
Rosh Hashanah offers a moment to turn the Jewish awakening of recent years into lasting community, connection, and belonging.
Israel warned of potential Hamas kidnapping operation years before Oct. 7, IDF col. claims - report
Col. (res.) Doron Hadar, who participated in negotiations over hostages held by Hamas before October 7, told Kan that mediators said the stalemate would lead Hamas to consider a major attack.
Protest marking anniversary of 'Beautiful Six' hostages' deaths held at Prime Minister's Residence
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum announced the deaths of "The Beautiful Six" shortly following their murder at the hands of Hamas terrorists in August 2024.
'Our hostages did not have shampoo': Ben-Gvir taunts prisoners complaining about harsh conditions
A statement from Ben-Gvir’s office claimed that the prisoners were female Islamic Jihad terrorists.
'The real victory': Former Gaza hostage Elkana Bohbot welcomes birth of new daughter
In a post on Instagram, Bohbot shared a photo of him, his wife, and the newborn baby in the hospital. Alongside the photo, he included a passage from the book of Psalms, thanking God.
Former Gaza hostage Emily Damari marries partner Dani Amit in Tel Aviv wedding celebration
The couple had gotten engaged in January, 2026, one year after Damari was released from Hamas captivity.
Former Gaza hostage Evyatar David launches crowdfunding campaign to support recovery
“I’m trying to understand how to do good rehab and help myself with this," former Gaza hostage Evyatar David told CNN on Wednesday.
IDF kills Hamas terrorist who held three hostages, Sinwar's ex-bodyguard, others in Gaza strikes
The IDF and the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) also confirmed it killed Razek Sahil Suleiman Abu Shahma, Yahya Sinwar’s bodyguard and a Hamas Nukhba terrorist who infiltrated Re’im on October 7.
Former Gaza hostage Evyatar David celebrates Eliya Cohen's wedding as victory over Hamas - report
The interview marked the first time the 25-year-old had spoken to international media about his experiences as a Hamas hostage following his abduction.