hostages

Podcast with grandmother

Freed hostage bursts into tears

Hamas captivity survivor Romi Gonen interviews her grandmother on her new podcast, V1, bursts into tears during interview after hearing that her grandmother has not slept since October 7.

Emily Damari's revenge on the terrorist who held her captive

Captivity survivor Emily Damari shares how she avenged her captor's abuse of fellow hostage Romi Gonen. 'They didn't think anyone would get revenge on them in that way.'

Captivity survivor to undergo foot surgery

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen to undergo foot surgery, asks public to pray he will be able to stand under wedding canopy and break traditional glass.

UK Chief Rabbi’s Pesach Message:

“A kippah and a Kiddush cup."

Keith Siegel's request for his first Shabbat at home tells us something about the Jewish people and continuity.

Eliya Cohen shares footage of his return to Israel

One year after his release, Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen shares new footage from the helicopter which brought him to an Israeli hospital following his return to Israel.

How the IDF gathered critical info on hostages in Gaza tunnels

Mako report reveals how the security establishment managed to gather information on hostages held captive in Gaza's tunnels.

Why does nobody care about these hostages?

Re Eli Cohen, Ron Arad and Yehuda Katz. Their families are still waiting, and nobody seems to remember… or care. Opinion.

Smotrich: Set a new policy for returning hostages

Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: "Bring the Law to Adopt the Conclusions of the Shamgar Committee to the Cabinet for Decision."

Captivity survivor Romi Gonen undergoes fourth operation

Romi Gonen, who was kidnapped during the October 7 massacre and survived Hamas captivity, says she underwent additional operation on her arm, expresses hope for recovery.

Eliya Cohen's powerful response to Hamas

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen responds to terror group's claim that bill sentencing terrorists to death would violate international treaties.

Hamas reveals: Hostages were held meters from IDF troops

Saudi newspaper reports on Hamas efforts to preserve both living and deceased hostages.

Watch: Parents of last hostage sing with captivity survivors

Talik and Itzik Gvili, parents of fallen Yasam fighter Ran Gvili whose body was held hostage in Gaza, sing 'Acheinu Kol Beit Yisrael' with Hamas captivity survivors Eitan Mor, Segev Kalfon, and supporters, with injured Mordechay Shenvald on the violin. Watch.

Ariel and David Cunio:

We came back to life, now is the time for repair

At Kibbutz Nir Oz community's final rally, David and Ariel Cunio, released from Hamas captivity in October, say their presence is 'living proof that even in the face of the most terrible darkness, the human spirit can prevail.'

Watch: Moving convoy honors Ran Gvili

Motorcycle convoy drives to site of Nova massacre, attended by former MK and honoring fallen Yasam fighter and last hostage Ran Gvili.

The moment we refuse to forget:

Without the ribbon. Without the bracelet. Not without the fight

The hostages are home. The symbols have come off. The responsibility has not. As he drove off to fight, Ran Gvili said just one thing to his father: “I have no choice. I won’t leave my friends to fight alone." That is the whole story. Opinion

The hostages have returned

In the name of all the citizens of the state, we express our gratitude to G-d who gave the government leaders the fortitude to withstand the heavy pressure and well-financed demonstrations and did not agree to endanger civilians in order to free the hostages.

Hostages' families: Every additional aid truck helps Hamas

Hagvura Forum for hostages' families and bereaved families urges Israeli government to end aid to Hamas. 'Every additional truck provides oxygen to Hamas.'

Shield of Alumim

Final hostage, Ran Gvili, is laid to rest

Prominent figures speak at funeral of last hostage, fallen Yasam officer Ran Gvili, who was laid to rest in his hometown of Meitar.

Hersh’s parents mark return of last hostage

Rachel Goldberg-Polin and Jon Goldberg, parents of deceased hostage Hersh Goldberg-Polin, mark last day of wearing masking tape numbers, send support to family of Ran Gvili, the last hostage returned to Israel.

Watch: The moving moments when Ran Gvili's body was discovered

IDF releases new footage of moment doctors identified the body of fallen Yasam fighter Ran Gvili - and the soldiers burst into tears.

No breakthrough in search for last hostage

IDF preparing support system for those digging up graves in effort to locate missing Yasam officer Ran Gvili.

Hundreds at rally in Meitar: Without Ran, there's no 'stage two'

Hundreds of attendees at Meitar rally call for the immediate return of deceased hostage Ran Gvili and the completion of the first phase of the deal with Hamas.

Ran Gvili's family urges Trump to place the pressure on Hamas

Family of Ran Gvili, the last hostage still held in Gaza, urges US President Donald Trump to place the pressure on Hamas, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to stand firm and keep commitments.

Released hostage:

I agreed to die in Gaza so that Israel could destroy Hamas

Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor expresses support for his father's position, says he refused offer to spy for Hamas

Bereaved families to Trump: Ensure Hamas' total destruction

Bereaved families pen letter to US President Donald Trump, demanding he not compel Israel to progress second stage of Gaza ceasefire until Hamas is completely destroyed and the last hostage returned.

Hamas captivity survivors announce engagement

Matan Zangauker and Ilana Gritzwesky, both survivors of Hamas captivity, announce engagement. 'This is my victory.'

Captivity survivor:

Rabbi Druckman’s teachings gave me strength during captivity

Hamas captivity survivor Agam Berger describes how she miraculously received a prayer book and summary of Rabbi Haim Druckman's book during her time in captivity. 'It came at the moment when I did not expect it, and gave us strength.'

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Captivity survivor and war widow in moving duet

Freed hostage Agam Berger duets with war widow Rachel Goldberg in moving performance at educational conference.

Captivity survivor:

'Hamas admits that the protests helped them'

Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor reveals Hamas' military knowledge, stresses, 'They know more than most soldiers.'

Watch: Captivity survivor Eitan Mor lights Hanukkah candles

Hamas captivity survivor Eitan Mor lights Hanukkah candles with Israel's 'Meet the Press,' led by journalists Amit Segal and Daphna Liel.

Watch: Freed hostages come full circle in moving candle-lighting

Brodetz family experiences emotional moment at Schneider Children's Medical Center, lighting Hanukkah candles in the same room where they were hospitalized following their release from Hamas captivity.

Shin Bet Director:

Abduction threat increased due to hostage deal

Shin Bet Director David Zini warned that terror organizations were motivated by the hostage deal to continue abducting Israelis.

Netanyahu:

'Safest place in the world for Jewish people is Israel'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his wife Sara light first Hanukkah candle with Israel Police officers, family of last remaining hostage Ran Gvili. 'Safest place for Jewish people is where the government, army, & security forces will defend them.'

Footage of the Beautiful Six

Captivity survivor Eliya Cohen: 'It burns the heart'

Former hostage Eliya Cohen watches footage of six hostages murdered in captivity, tells of his parting from three of them. 'The terrorists told Ori, Almog, and Hersh that they were going home to their mothers.'

Hamas terror group passes the buck

Hamas sources claim fallen Yasam officer Ran Gvili was buried in eastern Gaza but cannot be located due to the elimination of those involved.

Israel to mediators: Hamas knows where body of last hostage is

Israel sends message to mediators, stressing that Hamas, Islamic Jihad, know where the body of Yasam officer Ran Gvili is located, and that Hamas can access it.

PM’s Office:

Remains transferred to Israel not of any deceased hostages

Remains transferred to Israel by Gaza terror groups not linked to any of the deceased hostages, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office announces.

Israeli researcher reveals: This is how I was tortured in Iraq

Elizabeth Tsurkov, the Israeli researcher who spent two and a half years in captivity under a pro-Iranian militia in Iraq, speaks about the physical and psychological abuse she endured.

Hamas: Body of slain hostage handed over to Israel

Red Cross to hand over remains found in Gaza, but it is unknown if they belong to a hostage.

Israel clarifies:

Return of deceased hostage's body not expected today

Following expectation that body of deceased hostage would be returned to Israel at 5:00 p.m., mediators report transfer will not happen today.

Last Israeli hostage's mother: Don't move to stage 2 of ceasefire

Talik Gvili, mother of Ran Gvili, the only Israeli fallen hostage still held by terrorist groups in Gaza, says she asked Prime Minister Netanyahu not to proceed with the next phase of the ceasefire deal until her son is brought home.

Analyst estimates:

Secret section in deal provides Hamas significant protection

Analyst Ohad Hemo explains why Hamas agreed to release hostages, even though it was their last card left.

Deceased hostage's father:

'We pray he won't become another Ron Arad'

Itzik Gvili, father of deceased hostage Ran Gvili, says Hamas claims they do not know where his son's body is located. 'We pray he won't become another Ron Arad.'

Al Jazeera: Searches for body of hostage in Zeitoun neighborhood

Red Cross, Hamas, renew searches for body of deceased hostage in Gaza's Zeitoun neighborhood.

Prayers and kiddush helped Eliya Cohen survive Hamas captivity

Hamas captivity survivor Eliya Cohen reflects on life after Gaza captivity: 'I focus on the positive.'

After 781 days:

Body of hostage Dror Or returned to Israel for burial

The IDF has announced that the body of deceased hostage Dror Or has been returned to Israel for burial.

Al Jazeera: Body of Israeli hostage located

Body of Israeli hostage held by Islamic Jihad is located in Nuseirat, Al Jazeera reports.

Captivity survivor:

'We dug a pit for food, we lived in starvation and fear'

Hamas captivity survivor Segev Kalfon tells of the relentless fear, even after his release from captivity, and the moving moments after his return to Israel.

Cairo:

Top Hamas officials discuss efforts to locate hostages' bodies

Senior Hamas delegation in Cairo to discuss Gaza escalation, ceasefire terms.

Family releases footage of deceased hostage

The family of Meny and Ayelet Godard, killed during Hamas captivity and during the October 7 massacre, releases footage of the couple in their safe room during a 2021 Gaza operation. 'It's not over 'till it's over.'

Body of hostage Meny Godard returned to Israel

Israel receives, via the Red Cross, the coffin of a deceased hostage, identified as Meny Godard from Kibbutz Be'eri.

Arab source:

Islamic Jihad holding half of remaining hostages' bodies

Palestinian Arab source says Hamas faces difficulties returning all four deceased hostages' bodies, assesses Islamic Jihad may soon capitulate.

Hadar's Comrade:

'Until Hadar is back, Operation Protective Edge is not over'

Elhai Refua, a close friend of Hadar Goldin, describes the moment he learned of Hadar's abduction during Operation Protective Edge in an interview with Arutz Sheva.

After Hamas video release:

Uncertainty surrounds return of Lt. Hadar Goldin’s body

Hours after Hamas claimed to have located the body of killed and kidnapped IDF officer Lt. Hadar Goldin in Rafah, the terrorist organization announces it plans to return Goldin's body at 2pm.

Captivity survivor calls for return of Hadar Goldin's body

Hamas captivity survivor Matan Angrest joins Hostages Square rally, calling for the return of fallen IDF soldier Hadar Goldin's body from Gaza.

MDA mourns deceased hostage and longtime volunteer Lior Rudaeff

Magen David Adom mourns volunteer EMT Lior Rudaeff, whose body was returned from Gaza for burial in Israel.

Body of deceased hostage Lior Rudaeff returned to Israel

Warrant Officer (res.) Lior Rudaeff, aged 61 from Nir Yitzhak, served as deputy security coordinator and a member of the rapid response team.

Hamas claims to have found body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin

Hamas source tells Al Jazeera that the body of IDF soldier Hadar Goldin, killed and abducted in 2014, has been found near Rafah.

Body of foreign student Joshua Loitu Mollel returned to Israel

Joshua Loitu Mollel, was an agricultural student from Tanzania who came to Kibbutz Nahal Oz just weeks before the October 7 massacre, when he was killed and his body abducted to Gaza.

Freed hostage Evyatar David publishes first social media post

Evyatar David, who was held in Hamas captivity for two years, publishes his first social media post since his release from captivity, thanking the nation for their support.