On Thursday, eight hostages were freed by Hamas in Gaza. This included three Israelis and five Thais. The release was part of a deal during a ceasefire that started earlier this month to stop fighting between Israel and Hamas.
About the Released Hostages:
– Agam Berger: Agam is a soldier in the Israeli army. She was taken hostage during an attack on the Nahal Oz army base on October 7, 2023. Agam was the first to be freed in northern Gaza. Her family last saw her two days before the attack. During the chaos, she called home and told them shots were fired, but she wasn’t scared.
– Gadi Moses: Gadi is a 79-year-old man who was taken by Hamas in Kibbutz Nir Oz. He went outside to talk to the militants while his partner and family were hiding. Sadly, his partner Efrat Katz was killed during a rescue attempt by the Israeli military. Their daughter and grandchildren were released earlier this month.
– Arbel Yehud: Arbel, a resident of Kibbutz Nir Oz, was also taken hostage. While she has been freed, her boyfriend Ariel Cunio is still missing. Tragically, Arbel’s brother was killed on the day of the attack. Arbel loves reading about space and used to work at a space center.
FAQ
1. When did the Israel-Hamas conflict begin?
The conflict started on October 7, 2023, when Hamas launched a major attack, leading to many deaths and kidnappings.
2. How many hostages are left in Gaza?
As of now, Israel says 82 hostages are still held in Gaza, while around 30 others are missing and believed dead.
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