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Israeli American hostage Keith Siegel joins IDF forces in Gaza

Ofer Calderon and Yarden Bibas released after 484 days in Gaza captivity; Keith Siegel freed in separate event; Hamas once again set up a staged platform, as seen in previous releases

Einav Halabi, Yoav Zitun | 02.01.25

How the hostage exchange will look like: From two points, early in the morning

Keith Siegel, Ofer Calderon, and Yarden Bibas will likely be released from Gaza City and Khan Younis early in the morning after 484 days in captivity; The Rafah crossing is expected to open to allow the evacuation of wounded Palestinians

ynet correspondents | 01.31.25

Freed Thai hostages talk about Hamas captivity: 'Struggled to breathe, spoke in Arabic'

A day after arriving in Israel following more than 15 months in Hamas captivity, five Thai nationals freed from Gaza describe enduring relentless bombings and frequent hunger; 'Sometimes there was food, sometimes there wasn’t,' one of them says

Itamar Eichner | 01.31.25

Arbel 'survived as a hero' in captivity: 'She went through hell, in fine condition'

Yechiel Yehoud says 'Along with Arbel's rehabilitation, we will mourn the loss of our son, Dolav. We will not rest until the remains of all hostages killed by Hamas are buried, and until every child, father, and son comes home

Gal Ganot | 01.31.25

Yarden Bibas to be released while wife and children remain in Gaza captivity

Yarden Bibas is included in the latest list of hostages set to be freed, however, his wife, Shiri, and their two young children are still in captivity with no information about their well-being; IDF says there are 'grave concerns' for Shiri and the children’s safety

Yael Ciechanover | 01.31.25

'We’re drawing strength from our incredible dad': Gadi Mozes' family celebrates his release

After being released from Hamas captivity, former hostage's family says they couldn't process the elation of his return and reunion with children and grandchildren

ynet correspondents | 01.31.25

Meet the oldest hostage in Gaza: Shlomo Masour

Woman pays tribute to her grandfather, who is being held in captivity in Gaza

Shosh Bedrosian, ILTV | 01.31.25

Who is released hostage Gadi Mozes?

Gadi Mozes was released from captivity on Thursday. He was the oldest hostage and the first man to be released as part of this ceasefire hostage deal

ILTV | 01.31.25

Freed Thai hostages pose triumphantly with national flag at Israeli hospital

Thai military doctor arrives in Israel to assist 5 Thai nationals freed from Hamas captivity; medical staff prepares Thai-language signs, flags and private rooms; Sriaoun’s mother weeps upon hearing news

Ran Azar, Roy Rubinstein, Itamar Eichner | 01.30.25

רגע האיחוד המרגש של ארבע התצפיתניות עם חברתן אגם ברגר

Freed Nahal Oz lookout Agam Berger reunites with family, joins fellow hostages in Israel

Aboard the helicopter to the hospital, Agam told that Karina, Naama, Daniella and Liri, freed earlier, chose to stay with her another week; Her response: 'Perfect!' Watch the emotional reunion

Raanan Ben-Zur | 01.30.25

Agam Berger reunites with her family after 482 days in Hamas captivity | See videos and photos

Meirav and Shlomi Berger met their daughter on Gaza border; From there, Agam and her parents were transferred by an Israeli Air Force helicopter to Rabin Medical Center, where she will reunite with four of her IDF lookout team who were released from Gaza on Saturday

ynet correspondents | 01.30.25

Mother of hostage Segev Kalfon: 'You will return. Stay strong. We believe in you.'

Gailt urges Segev to hold on just a little longer, as she believes with all her heart he’ll be home soon; 'Segev, if you’re listening, know there's a deal, and hostages are returning, Dad is doing everything he can, we know you will come home'

Alexandra Lukash | 01.30.25

Israel presses Hamas for answers on fate of Shiri Bibas and her children

Jerusalem demands clear, official answers on fate of Shiri Bibas and her children, Ariel and Kfir, abducted on October 7; her husband, Yarden Bibas, kidnapped separately, expected to be released in future exchange

Itamar Eichner | 01.29.25

שלישים ארבל יהוד, אגם ברגר, גדי משה מוזס חטופים בעזה עזה

The last lookout, a grieving sister and an 80-year-old survivor: The stories of the released hostages

In first, Palestinian Islamic Jihad will release 2 hostages, Gadi Mozes and Arbel Yehoud, while Agam Berger, the last remaining lookout in captivity, will also be freed

Hagar Kochavi, Yael Ciechanover, Nina Fox | 01.29.25

'Suddenly, I have a daughter who speaks Arabic': Romi Gonen's first days of freedom

Former hostage's father speaks with Ynet about her healing process, the horror she endured in Gaza and the family's surprise at her mental and physical condition after over a year held captive

Sharon Kidon | 01.28.25

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