Released hostages met for the first time with Israel’s war cabinet, painting a grim portrait of captivity in Gaza.
Tag: Kidnapping and Hostages
Israeli Doctors Help Child Hostages Return Home
One child was told that no one was looking for her and that Israel was gone.
Arab Citizens of Israel Released in Deals With Hamas Fear a Backlash
Almost all the 15 Israeli-Arab women freed in the swaps were released against their will. One was expelled from a university and others fear they could be attacked by those who link them to Hamas.
Accounts of Sexual Violence by Hamas Are Aired Amid Criticism of U.N.
A presentation at the U.N., organized in part by Sheryl Sandberg, accused the body of ignoring the rape and mutilation of women in the Oct. 7 assault on Israel, and heard gruesome details from witnesses.
Freed Israeli Hostages Give Tel Aviv Protesters Hope for Those in Captivity
Hostages who were recently released thanked demonstrators for continuing to pressure their government.
Freed Israeli Hostages Give Tel Aviv Protesters Hope for Those in Captivity
Hostages who were recently released thanked demonstrators for continuing to pressure their government.
Israelis Are Angry at Netanyahu, but Replacing Him Is Difficult
Many hold Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu responsible for his government’s failure to prevent the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas. His legacy could be determined by his actions in the coming days.
With the End of the Cease-Fire, Concern Grows Over the Oldest Israeli Hostages Left Behind
Going without medicines, proper nutrition and other necessities leave many especially vulnerable.
Israel Resumes Offensive in Gaza Strip After Truce With Hamas Ends
Talks on extending a weeklong cease-fire broke down, with each side blaming the other. The truce had included the release of hostages held in Gaza for people in Israeli prisons.
Some Freed Hostages Are Now Learning of Loved Ones’ Deaths
More than any of them are now learning for the first time that their relatives were killed on Oct. 7 or are still being held hostage.