Hamas released four more hostages over the weekend as part of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. Israeli Defense Forces soldiers Daniela Gilboa, 20, Lili Arbag, 19, Nama Levi, 20, and Karina Aliyev, 20, were killed in October 2023 during a Hamas attack on Israel. He was captured from the Nahal Oz military garrison on August 7th. CBN News I will report.
On Saturday, heavily armed Hamas terrorists paraded all four women on stage in fake olive green military uniforms as they stood smiling in front of a sign proclaiming Palestine's victory over “Nazi Zionism.” . They were also carrying “gift bags” as well as the first set of hostages released last week.
A statement from the Hostage and Missing Families Forum said the girls' cheerful demeanor was not entirely genuine.
“We would like to remind journalists covering today's hostage release that although they appeared smiling in the photos circulated, medical experts were unable to confirm the return of the hostages (infant infants) in November. (including those) were given medication to maintain their positive status upon their return.''
They were handed over to the Red Cross and then transferred to the Israel Defense Forces, where they were taken to a gathering point. reunite with their families.
“Blessed are you, our God, who gave us life. and They supported us and brought us to this moment. Our Daniela, Nushi, survived 477 days in hell in Gaza and is finally back in the embrace of her family. How we prayed for this moment! We pray for Agam's speedy return and for all those still in captivity. Thank you, the people of Israel, for your prayers and support during this time – we could not have gotten through this without you.'' Daniela Gilboa's family make a statement.
The Prime Minister's Office celebrated the release of the hostages and maintained the following commitments: release all hostages.
“The Israeli government is accepting four returnees who are female IDF soldiers,” the statement said.
IDF Chief Spokesperson Maj. Gen. Daniel Hagari also issued a statement.
“Today, we honor and embrace them and their families as they are reunited.” just now It's been a while. We cannot and will not forget the 90 hostages, including women, children and elderly men. still “The situation in Hamas continues to be difficult,” Hagari said.
“We are determined to return Arbel Yehud, an Israeli citizen kidnapped from Nir Oz, and Shiri Bivas and her two children, Kfir and Ariel. We are extremely concerned for their safety. ” Hagari added.
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50 Palestinian prisoners because the women were IDF soldiers released As part of an exchange transaction. it was Originally Last week there were 30 cases per person. Saturday's release comes a few days before Israel celebrated Monday is Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Some 26 more hostages are expected to be released in the coming weeks as part of the first phase of a three-phase agreement, with only one exchange to be made. scheduled It will be held this Thursday.
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First publication date is January 27, 2025.
