Oron Shaul

Terrorist who held Oron Shaul’s body faces trial

1.5 years after his arrest, it was revealed that the terrorist provided investigators with the exact location where he had kept the body of Oron Shaul.

Revealed: Arab collaborator retrieved Oron Shaul's body

Complex investigations, precautions to protect the hostages, and unexpected intelligence information: New details emerge on January 2025 operation to bring fallen soldier Oron Shaul home for burial.

One Year Later:

IDF reveals operation to recover Oron Shaul

Approximately a year ago, the IDF and the ISA carried out Operation “Red South", a covert and precise operation through which the fallen hostage, SSGT Oron Shaul, was returned to Israel.

Details of rescue operation

The drama behind the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul

A special unit of the Shin Bet and Shayetet 13 acted hours before the Gaza ceasefire came into effect and managed to recover the body of Oron Shaul. Now, the details of the dramatic operation are being revealed.

Netanyahu to Shaul family:

'There is great sadness, but also great closure'

Prime Minister visited the family of Oron Shaul after his body was recovered from Hamas captivity: 'Now you live with the mourning, but not with the uncertainty.'

Dramatic footage:

The recovery of the body of Sgt. Oron Shaul from Gaza

The IDF published footage of the return of the convoy that brought the body of Sgt. Oron Shaul back to Israel more than a decade after he was killed in action in Gaza.

IDF Chief of Staff in Syria:

'We need to make every effort to bring back Hadar Goldin'

While visiting troops in Syria, IDF Chief of Staff LTG Herzi Halevi discussed the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul, which had been held by Hamas since 2014.

Golani Brigade Commander:

'Your Oron, our Oron, has come home'

A government official and the Golani Brigade commander visit family of Staff Sergeant Oron Shaul, whose body was recovered from Gaza ten years after he was killed in battle.

Oron Shaul's brother:

'Announcement took us totally by surprise'

Aviram Shaul, brother of Oron Shaul, whose body has been held in Gaza since 2014, tells about the rescue of his body in a special IDF mission.

Pres. Herzog:

'Moment of solace, of resolving uncertainty and agonizing sorrow'

Israeli President speaks with Zehava Shaul, the mother of Staff Sergeant Oron Shaul, after his body was recovered following 10 years in captivity in Gaza.

IDF Spokesperson:

Ceasefire didn't begin, Hamas didn't give names of hostages

IDF Spokesperson Daniel Hagari delivers a statement to the media as the ceasefire was supposed to come into effect and following the recovery of the body of Oron Shaul, a decade after he fell in Operation Protective Edge.

In a secret mission:

IDF recovers body of fallen soldier Oron Shaul from Gaza

Ahead of ceasefire deal with Hamas, IDF locates and recovers the body of fallen IDF soldier Oron Shaul, who fell during 2014's Operation Protective Edge, from Gaza.

Leah and Simcha Goldin:

'Hadar and Oron have been abandoned for good'

Parents of Lieutenant Hadar Goldin, whose body is held by Hamas, blast the release of the terrorists as part of the hostage deal: Hamas cares more for its terrorists than Netanyahu cares for his soldiers.

Watch:

Hostages and massacre victims marched for Hadar Goldin

Murdered hostages Elad Katzir filmed himself on a march to the Gaza border for the release of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul, Avra Mengistu, and Hisham Al-Sayed.

Mother of Oron Shaul, taken hostage in 2014, asks last request

The family of Oron Shaul, who fell in Gaza in 2014 and whose body was kidnapped by Hamas, pleads for his return to be included in the next hostage deal - before his mother dies.

Report:

Israel agrees to swap terrorists for soldiers' bodies

Sources say Israel agreed to release re-arrested 'Shalit deal' terrorists in exchange for the bodies of IDF soldiers Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul, who fell in 2014's Operation Protective Edge.

Report:

Israel demanding return of Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul

Israel seeking return of bodies of soldiers murdered and kidnapped 10 years ago, rejects Hamas demand 30 terrorists be freed for every freed female soldier.

On his 30th birthday:

Oron Shaul's 'lost' video

The family of soldier Oron Shaul, whose body has been held by Hamas since 2014, publishes an old video of him on his 30th birthday.

Hamas monument to 2014 APC attack destroyed

Golani Brigade soldiers demolish 'Palestine Square' in the Shuja'iyya neighborhood of Gaza City, monument to killing, capture of Oron Shaul

Hamas used negotiations with PMO to hide massacre plans

Terror group which rules Gaza held high-level negotiations on release of captive IDF soldiers and Israeli civilians while plotting attack.

Father of kidnapped soldier:

'Our sons should be released first'

Prof. Simcha Goldin: "When talking about the release of soldiers from Hamas, they should start with Oron Shaul, followed by Hadar"

New initiative: Ten days of learning to 'bring our boys home'

Students at the school fallen soldier Hadar Goldin attended start new year with demand to bring fallen soldiers home.

Interview:

Broken hearts, not spirits, says brother of Hadar Goldin Hy”d

Returning captives from a war is a basic human right and the responsibility to fight for it falls on those who sent the soldiers to war.

Rally outside Gantz's home:

'Time for soul searching over abandonment of our soldiers'

Protest and Selichot rally held near home of Defense Minister, calling for the return of IDF soldiers Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul.

Activists block path of Gaza laborers to protest Hamas hostages

"Benny Gantz as chief of staff deserted two soldiers on the battlefield, Hadar & Oron."

Security official: Operation could help return missing Israelis

Official says close ties created through Abraham Accords were key to ending Operation Breaking Dawn quickly.

Hamas claims IDF bombed building where missing soldiers are held

This is not the first time Hamas has claimed Hadar Goldin, Oron Shaul are still alive.

Eight years later:

Protest march from Goldin family home to Gaza

Slain soldiers Hadar Goldin & Oron Shaul have been in Hamas' hands for 8 years; Avera Mengistu is still believed alive.

Hezbollah suffered 'significant setback' with downed UAVs

"No need to move gas rig" that was apparently targeted, says IDF spokesman.

Bring Our Boys Home:

Ministers set condition for return of terrorist's body

Also expressing support: MK Mansour Abbas. "We have to bring this chapter to a close."

Time for Israel to use its leverage

The death of terrorist Daoud Zubeidi is an opportunity for Israel to change the rules of the game. Op-ed.

Israelis captive in Gaza to be returned soon?

Member of Knesset's Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee says recent info gives her hope captive, missing Israelis will soon return home.

IDF officer dealing with issue of missing soldiers steps down

IDF officer who took part in talks on prisoner exchange deal reportedly frustrated over Israel's helplessness.

Hamas: We'll force Israel to release prisoners

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh: This enemy does not give anything except when it is forced to do so.

Report: Hamas tape provides info on captive Israelis

Hamas will give recording to Egypt, providing additional details on condition of Israelis held in Gaza, Arab newspaper reports.

Bennett: I raised issue of Hamas captives with UN Sec. General

PM in New York answers Arutz Sheva question about his efforts to secure return of Israeli civilians, bodies of soldiers held by Hamad.

Hamas: Israel procrastinating on exchange deal

Senior Hamas official says that Hamas will not agree to return missing Israelis if no respectable exchange deal is reached.

North American Jews to pray for return of soldiers' bodies

This High Holiday season, hundreds of synagogues deploy RZA/ Mizrachi America prayer for return of Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul.

Hamas' 1st 'serious' prisoner swap offer: 1,100 terrorists

Hamas would first release Israeli civilians Avera Mengistu and Hisham a-Sayed and then the bodies of soldiers Oron Shaul and Hadar Goldin.

Report:

Israel pressuring Hamas to reach deal for captives' return

Egyptian official claims Israel is working to pressure Gaza leadership and Egypt to reduce tensions and reach deal - but with little success

Leah Goldin: No ceasefire without our soldiers back home

Seven years have passed since Hamas captured the bodies of slain IDF soldiers Hadar Goldin & Oron Shaul

Report: Israel asked Egypt to mediate talks with Hamas

Israel has approached Egypt with a request to mediate in a possible prisoner swap with Hamas.

Hamas: No vaccines in exchange for returning missing persons

Former Hamas leader says exchange deal with Israel will focus on release of security prisoners in exchange for return of missing soldiers.

Report: Progress in contacts between Israel and Hamas

Egyptian sources say Hamas expected to demand COVID-19 vaccines in exchange for release of captives.

Hamas demands coronavirus equipment

Israel, Hamas, in talks for prisoner swap, coronavirus aid, report says.

Leah Goldin: It feels like a betrayal

Mother of Hadar Goldin furious over ceasefire with Hamas.

Progress in negotiations for prisoner swap?

New reports claim progress in negotiations for prisoner swap between Israel and Hamas, possible release of 'humanitarian' prisoners.

Prison Service hides names of freed terrorists arrested 2nd time

Bereaved families organisations attacked the Prison Service for refusing to release names of terrorists re-arrested after Shalit Deal.

Gantz's first call: To families of captive Israelis

New Defense Minister begins term by pledging his committment to securing the return of the Israelis held captive by Hamas in Gaza.

Youth to Netanyahu: Don't release terrorists in prisoner swap

Some 500 Israeli youth send letter urging PM not to advance a prisoner swap with Hamas that includes the release of terrorists.

Report: Prisoner swap deal 'still in early stages'

Arab sources say conditions for prisoner exchange between Israel and Hamas have yet to be finalized.

Hamas: No progress in prisoner exchange deal

Hamas official warns against believing reports in the Israeli media on significant progress in negotiations on prisoner swap.

Hamas demands ventilators in prisoner exchange

Hamas demanding medical equipment and terrorists in possible agreement with Israel, sources say.

Father of missing soldier: 'Don't miss this opportunity'

Simcha Goldin, father of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, demands Israel insist on release of captives and bodies before giving Hamas corona aid.

​​​​​​​Hamas: Our offer still stands

Hamas terror group says 'offer' for Israel to release security prisoners is still on the table.

Hamas to give Israel information on missing Israelis?

Hamas may agree to deal seeing Israel receive information on Israelis in Gaza, in exchange for release of 250 terrorists, report says.

Information on prisoners in exchange for prisoners?

Hamas may offer information on Israelis held in Gaza if Israel frees convicted terrorists, report says.

'We stopped being silent, we are joining forces'

Oron Shaul's brother is disappointed with the conduct of the state and the government.

Ashkelon chimneys lit for the return of the Gaza captives

Video screened on the Ashkelon chimneys showing the photos of Oron Shaul, Hadar Goldin and Avera Mengistu.

Missing soldiers' parents meet German officials

President Reuven Rivlin invited parents of Hadar Goldin and Oron Shaul to join him in Berlin, where they met local officials.