The Ministry of Health stated that eight children and four women who were hostages in Gaza arrived at Sheba Medical Center overnight Saturday. At the hospital, they will receive medical and psychological care as needed.

"‏These are sensitive moments for the families and for the freed hostages who have returned to Israel. We wish to maintain their privacy and dignity. The Ministry of Health is happy for their return home and wishes for the return of all the hostages," a spokeswoman for the Ministry of Health said.