17 hostages, including a 4-year-old American girl, freed and returned to Israel
Israeli Hostages Released in Temporary Ceasefire with Hamas
A third group of Israeli hostages arrived back in Israel on Sunday evening as part of a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Hamas terrorists.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that based on information from the Red Cross, which has acted as an intermediary between the IDF and the terrorists, the group of hostages that were released included 14 Israelis and three foreign nationals.
The Times of Israel reported that the group of released Israeli hostages included Abigail Idan, 4; Hagar Brodetz, 40, and her children Ofri, 10, Yuval, 9, and Oriya, 4; Chen Almog Goldstein, 48, and Agam, 17, Gal, 11 and Tal, 9; Alma Avraham, 84; Aviva Siegel, 64; sisters Ela, 8 and Dafna, 15, and Elyakim; Roni Krivoi, 25, a dual Russian-Israeli national.
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One of the hostages that was released, Abigail Idan, who turned 4 while being held hostage by Hamas terrorists, is a dual U.S. citizen. Both of her parents were murdered by Hamas terrorists in Kfar Aza kibbutz during the October 7 attacks.
Great news, four year old American Abigail Idan has been released!
Both of Abigail’s parents were murdered by Hamas terrorists.
Abigail is a dual citizen of the United States and Israel. pic.twitter.com/soBVnkbnFM
— Yashar Ali 🐘 (@yashar) November 26, 2023
“A short time ago, representatives of the Red Cross handed over 12 abductees who had returned to Israel to a force of an elite unit of the IDF and a force of the Shin Bet near the border fence in the center of the Gaza Strip,” the IDF said. “After that they will make their way to the base premises. One abductee who returned to Israel was sent directly to the hospital.”
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“At the same time, four abductees returned to Israel via the Rafah crossing to Egypt, from where they will make their way to the meeting point with our forces in Israeli territory,” the statement continued. “IDF representatives regularly update the families of the abductees.”
The first group of 13 Israeli hostages was released on Friday and a second group of 13 hostages was released on Saturday.
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What role did international mediators play in securing the release of the Israeli hostages held by Hamas?
Are Israeli citizens. Abigail’s mother, Malka Idan, expressed gratitude for her daughter’s safe return, stating, “We are so relieved and thankful that Abigail is back home with us. It was an incredibly difficult time, but now we can finally breathe a sigh of relief and focus on healing and rebuilding our lives.”
The temporary ceasefire, which was brokered by international mediators, allowed for the release of Israeli hostages held by Hamas in exchange for certain concessions from the Israeli government. While the details of these concessions have not been disclosed, it is believed that they involve the easing of some restrictions on the Gaza Strip, where Hamas holds power.
This recent wave of hostilities between Israel and Hamas began with escalating tensions over the eviction of Palestinian families in East Jerusalem earlier this year. The situation quickly spiraled into a full-scale conflict, with both sides exchanging rocket fire and airstrikes, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread destruction.
Throughout the conflict, Hamas took advantage of the chaos to carry out a series of kidnappings of Israeli civilians and soldiers. These hostages were held captive for several weeks, causing immense anguish for their families and adding to the already heightened tension between Israel and Hamas.
The Red Cross played a crucial role in facilitating the release of the hostages, acting as a neutral intermediary between the Israeli government and Hamas. Its involvement helped ensure the safe return of the captives and contributed to the de-escalation of the conflict.
While the temporary ceasefire and the release of hostages are positive developments, the underlying issues that sparked the conflict remain unresolved. The long-standing Israeli-Palestinian conflict continues to be a source of instability in the region, and significant efforts are needed to achieve a lasting peace.
International leaders and organizations have called for renewed negotiations and dialogue to address the root causes of the conflict and to find a sustainable solution that respects the rights and aspirations of both Israelis and Palestinians. The release of the Israeli hostages should serve as a reminder of the urgency of such efforts and the importance of international cooperation in achieving a just and lasting peace in the Middle East.
In the meantime, the families of the released hostages can finally breathe a sigh of relief and begin the process of rebuilding their lives. Their ordeal has drawn attention to the human cost of the conflict and serves as a stark reminder of the importance of finding a peaceful resolution.
As the temporary ceasefire holds, there is hope that it can pave the way for further dialogue and progress towards a comprehensive peace agreement. The release of the Israeli hostages is a significant step in the right direction, and it is crucial that all parties involved seize this opportunity to work towards a more stable and peaceful future.
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