Captivity

Aviva Siegel:

‘I survived. I’m here to tell’

Former hostage Aviva Siegel tells Arutz Sheva why she wrote a book about her ordeal and recalls the abuse, fear and fight to bring her husband, Keith, home.

'Go to Gaza'

Segal fires back after former captive criticizes Gaza coverage

A tense exchange erupted after captivity survivor Elizabeth Tsurkov accused Channel 12 of whitewashing the killing of two Gaza youths, prompting Amit Segal to fire back with sharp personal attacks on her record.

The link between captivity by the enemy and serious illness

The Ministry of Defense announced its intention to examine the link between captivity and illnesses such as cancer and heart disease.

Hamas airs new video of Gilad Shalit in captivity

Six years after kidnapped IDF soldier Gilad Shalit was released, Hamas publicizes previously unseen video of Shalit in captivity.

Arab man held captive for desire to convert to Judaism, join IDF

Israeli-Arab teen locked away by family after saying he wishes to become Jewish, join Israeli army.

Official: Hamas Lying About Releasing Mengistu

Security official says Hamas definitely holding Avraham Mengistu captive and denials are stalling potential negotiations for his return.

From Captivity in Ukraine to a New Home in Israel

D., a Ukrainian held in captivity by pro-Russian separatists, arrived in Israel on Wednesday with a group of 91 Ukrainian olim.

US Government Appeals to Iran to Release Captive Americans

Men believed to be held by the Islamic Republic include Robert Levinson, who is the longest-held American hostage in US history.

Family of US Marine Held in Iran Calls for Mercy

The family of a former US Marine who has been held in Iran for 555 days renewed calls for his release, urging Iranian leaders to show mercy.