The Hamas terrorists holding hostage Yarden Bibas refused to allow him to stay with other hostages, allowing him out of the tunnel only once a day to eat; he lost 15 kilograms during his time in captivity.
Siegel's wife, Aviva, thanked US President Donald Trump for his part in her husband's release: 'Mr. President, you are our hope for those who are still in captivity.'
Arbel Yehud, who was released from Hamas captivity last week, published a post on social media calling on everyone to 'continue the struggle and not let up.'
At the end of IDF social worker training, released hostage Agam Berger presented her sister, Bar, with the purple lanyard worn by military social workers.
Daughter of Sara Vaspi, who lost her husband, son and grandson in Israel's wars, and passed away, eulogizes her mother: 'Whoever colors my mother in colors of bereavement is wrong.'
'Reservists - Generation of Victory' movement kicks off new campaign, calling on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to stop the war in Gaza. 'The test of your life is to destroy Hamas.'
The Palestinian Authority is operating the Rafah Crossing between Israel and Gaza, alongside international bodies. 'The Prime Minister caved in.'
After release of Thai hostages from Hamas captivity, Thailand's Foreign Minister, Chief of Staff, pay emotional visit to the Western Wall.
The family of Ofer Calderon, released Saturday from Hamas captivity, spoke to the media, asking for time and privacy. 'Now we can recover, we are whole.'
Emily Damari, recently released from Hamas captivity, returns to her home in Kfar Aza, from which she was kidnapped on the morning of the October 7 massacre.
Bibas family issues statement following Yarden Bibas' release from Hamas captivity, thanks public for support. 'We can finally breathe.'
According to information from the defense echelon, at least two of the terrorists released in November 2023 were eliminated in the antiterror operation in Jenin, and dozens others were arrested.
The four hostages who returned last week met with US special envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff and thanked him and all those involved in securing their release.
Israel confirms it fired at a vehicle in Gaza, according to Arab reports, one individual was killed and several others were wounded.
President Isaac Herzog met with Thailand’s Foreign Minister Maris Sangiampongsa. He welcomed the return of the five hostages and stressed his concern for all the remaining hostages.
Daniella Gilboa, who was released from Hamas captivity, shared that from the moment she was abducted, she waited to recite the thanksgiving blessing.
Mossad agent, Oded Eilam, says that any other alternative, other than a return to combat, 'will fall from the 14th floor.'
Mohammed a-Tus was released after 40 years in Israeli prison as part of the hostage deal with Hamas. He implicitly criticized the terror organization's attack on October 7th.
BBC news presenter Nicky Schiller referred to the three Israeli hostages released yesterday as 'prisoners,' similar to the term used for the terrorists imprisoned in Israel.
Hamas terrorists treated Ofer as if he were a reservist. Yarden underwent severe psychological abuse, with the terrorists constantly talking about his wife and young children.
Taher Nounou, a senior Hamas official, calls on the international community to force Netanyahu to stop the war and fully withdraw from the Gaza Strip.
Bereaved families from the Almagor Terror Victims Association call on Cabinet ministers to stop the release of terrorists to foreign countries. 'Terrible mistake that began with a pathetic decision.'
Terrorist Abed Aluna, one of the terrorists eliminated Saturday in a vehicle strike, was released from prison during the first prisoner swap deal in November 2023.
Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to head negotiations team for second stage of prisoner swap deal with Hamas, report says. PM's Office: 'Decisions on negotiations to be made only after PM returns from US.'
Released hostage Doron Steinbrecher tells attendees at Hostages Square rally: 'Thanks to everyone who supported and embraced, thanks to all of the soldiers, and the security forces.'
Defense Minister Israel Katz warns terrorist Zakaria Zubeidi, released in prisoner swap deal, not to incite or participate in terror. 'One mistake, and you'll go to join old friends. We will not accept support for terror.'
'We'll continue to take determined action to bring hostages back home, and achieve all of our objectives for the war,' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says.
Tami Metzger, released in a November 2023 prisoner swap deal, tells of her time in captivity alongside Yarden Bibas and Ofer Calderon.
The IDF has admitted that the commander of the Shati Brigade of Hamas, Hitham Hujari, was not killed in the December 2023 strike as previously claimed.
Ofer Calderon, 54, kidnapped with his children to Gaza during the October 7 massacre, reunites with his children and other family members in Israel, after 484 days in captivity.
After meeting his father and sister in Re'im, released hostage Yarden Bibas arrived at Sheba Medical Center, where he met his mother Penina. His wife Shiri and children Ariel and Kfir are still in Gaza.
Watch the emotional reunion as released hostage Keith Seigel meets his family after 484 days in captivity.
Hostages Keith Siegel, Yarden Bibas, and Ofer Calderon were released Saturday from Hamas captivity.
Ahead of Yarden Bibas's expected release from captivity, his family asked: 'Please, protect Yerden's heart and respect his privacy and the privacy of the family in the coming time.'
In her first social media post after being released from Hamas captivity, Liri Albag thanked the people of Israel for their support and the security forces for their sacrifice.
Senior Hamas official Taher Nounou states that “practically, we can say that the war is over” and claims that "the enemy did not achieve its goals”.
US President unfazed by Egypt and Jordan rejecting his plan which would see them taking in Palestinian Arabs from Gaza: They’re going to do it. We do a lot for them, and they’re going to do it.
US Middle East envoy reacts to seeing the destruction in Gaza during his visit to the coastal enclave.
Haruv reconnaissance soldier, First Sergeant Liam Hazi from Rosh Haayin, fell during operational activity in Jenin. Another soldier from the unit was seriously injured.
Spokesman for Hamas' military wing, Abu Ubaida, confirms for the first time that Mohammed Deif was eliminated in an Israeli attack approximately six months ago.
Haitham Hazem Hijazi Ragheb and Muhammad Ahmed Frej Saeid, both of whom participated in the October 7 massacre and the abductions of soldiers from the Nahal Oz base, were eliminated before the ceasefire deal was reached.
Children in Gaza cheer for terrorists following the release of three hostages today.
Arbel Yehud and Gadi Mozes, along with five Thai citizens, cross into Israeli territory after being released from Islamic Jihad captivity. Agam Berger, released from Hamas captivity, has reunited with her parents.
Following scenes of chaos and violence in Khan Yunis, political echelon orders release of 110 terrorists to be delayed.
Hostages Gadi Mozes, 80, and Arbel Yehud, 29, were transferred to the care of the Red Cross on Thursday afternoon, after 482 days in captivity.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu harshly criticizes chaos in Khan Yunis during release of hostages Arbel Yehud and Gadi Mozes.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog welcomes Israelis Arbel Yehud and Gadi Mozes, five Thai citizens, to Israel, says 'scenes of abuse and terror towards the hostages' during release were 'horrifying.'
IDF publishes footage of soldier Agam Berger's arrival in Israel, reunification with her parents.
Liri Albag, who was held together with Agam Berger in captivity, tells Agam's mother details about her time in captivity.
The IDF has confirmed that the terrorist who was documented kidnapping IDF lookout Naama Levi on the morning of October 7 was eliminated in a Gaza City airstrike four months ago.
Neighbors and relatives of IDF soldier Agam Berger, who was released Thursday morning from Hamas captivity, celebrate outside her home with prayers of thanksgiving.
Islamic Jihad publishes footage of hostages Arbel Yehud and Gadi Mozes, who have been handed over to Hamas and are expected to be released soon. Agam Berger, held by Hamas, to be released from Jabaliya.
One year after the family of hostage Gadi Mozes received a sign of life from him, the family has allowed it to be publicized, in light of his imminent release.
Senior Yeshiva deans and prominent Rabbis in the Religious Zionist community have sent a letter to the Prime Minister in which they call upon him to defeat Hamas.
IDF Chief of Staff Herzi Halevi conducted a situational assessment and a tour of the Netzarim Corridor in the Gaza Strip, tells soldiers, 'This heightened readiness over the past 24 hours has led to a very, very significant improvement—both in another upcoming hostage release and in expediting the return of Arbel Yehud, where they tried to pull a trick on us.'
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty and underscored the importance of Hamas not continuing to control Gaza.
Eli Assus, brother-in-law of Yaakov Avitan, the contractor who was accidentally shot by friendly fire in Gaza, speaks about the tragic incident and details he received from the IDF.
Faisal Al-Fayez, chair of Jordanian Senate, expresses concern that efforts to solve the 'Palestinian problem' will come at the expense of Jordan's stability and security.
Political sources believe US administration will give Israel enticing security and political offer, to encourage it not to return to fighting in Gaza.
UNRWA head claims: 'Israel's prohibition on UNRWA's activity endangers prospects for future peace in the region.'
