Omer Shem Tov

Steve Witkoff's son proposes in Jerusalem

Alex Witkoff proposes to girlfriend Batya in Jerusalem, overlooking the Old City, drawing congratulations from former hostages.

"Don’t Leave Me on My Own"

Captivity survivor sings with Zusha

Former hostage Omer Shem Tov joined musical duo Zusha for a joint performance of their hit “Don’t Leave Me on My Own" at an October 7 memorial event in New York.

Former Hostage:

'I am collateral damage too'

Omer Shem Tov denounced the film NAZA as unfairly minimizing the steps Israel takes to prevent collateral damage in Gaza.

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Captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov moves audience at Sultan’s Pool

Captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov closes David D’Or’s Selichot concert series with a moving performance of “Shmor Al HaOlam Yeled."

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Former hostage: 'In Hamas tunnels I surrendered to G-d'

Omer Shem Tov, a survivor of Hamas captivity, tells Arutz Sheva about the moment he surrendered himself to G-d deep inside the tunnel, 'I felt warmth and light in the darkness.'

Tens of thousands at Selichot

Hostage survivors join prayer at the Western Wall

Tens of thousands attend Selichot service at the Western Wall, joined by hostage survivors who recite a special prayer of thanksgiving for their return.

'Just me, my thoughts, and G-d'

Omer Shem Tov recounts Hamas captivity

Omer Shem Tov releases a new book recounting his 505 days in Hamas captivity, including 50 days alone, and the faith that helped him endure.

Nukhba terrorist who held Omer Shem Tov captive eliminated

The terrorist also infiltrated Israel during the October 7 massacre.

Omer Shem Tov:

Former Hamas hostage rebukes UCLA student leaders

A California Post report says former Hamas hostage Omer Shem Tov criticized UCLA student leaders for condemning his campus talk, calling it an attempt to silence a survivor’s testimony.

UCLA student body condemns event featuring former Hamas hostage

UCLA student leaders condemn an event with ex-Hamas hostage Omer Shem Tov, prompting Hillel to accuse them of anti-Jewish bias.

What does it mean to keep Shabbat in captivity?

Captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov explains how he observed the Sabbath while in Hamas captivity.

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Omer Shem Tov reveals the Psalm that helped him in captivity

When there was nothing else left to hold on to in the tunnels of Gaza, Omer Shem Tov found a card with a Psalm that gave him strength to survive.

Ex-hostage Omer Shem Tov:

'Trump’s victory struck fear in Hamas tunnels'

Omer Shem Tov, held 505 days by Hamas, says Trump’s election struck fear in captors: “I saw the fear in their eyes.”

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Former hostage Omer Shem Tov sings 'Shir LaMa’alot'

Watch: Former hostage Omer Shem Tov sings “Shir LaMa’alot” before more than 1,000 Christian religious leaders from the United States.

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Captivity survivors rejoice and celebrate

Survivors of Hamas captivity Emily Damari, Romi Gonen, Omer Shem Tov, Eliya Cohen, and Omer Wenkert react with overwhelming joy to the newly agreed upon deal. "L’Chayim!"

Captivity survivor:

Within the darkness, a light arose

Captivity survivor Omer Shem Tov participated in the October 7th memorial which took place a Yarkon Park near Tel Aviv.