Hamas shares initial hostage video, pleads for global intervention.

The Family of a 21-Year-Old French-Israeli Woman Seized by Hamas Appeals for Her Release

The family of a 21-year-old French-Israeli woman, who was captured ‌by Hamas during their surprise attack on Israel ⁢last week, made ​a⁢ heartfelt plea for her release on Tuesday. This appeal comes after Hamas released a video showing her alive.

“I saw that she was in stable condition ‌but I ‌am very worried about her,” said her mother, Keren Schem, at a press ​conference. She held a photo of ⁣her daughter, who was taken⁣ hostage ‌at a dance party along with many ⁢others, and begged the world to bring her baby back home. “She only went to a party, to a‍ festival party, to have some fun and now she’s in Gaza.”

The video released by Hamas on ​Monday shows Mia​ Schem, with her injured arm being treated by a medical worker. In the footage, she identifies herself and urgently requests to be reunited with her family.

Israel‍ reported that 199 hostages were taken to Gaza during the‍ militants’ raid, resulting‌ in the largest number of casualties in a ⁤single day in Israel’s history, with 1,300 people ⁤killed. This video of Schem is the first evidence of life released by Hamas since the attack. It comes ahead of ⁣an ​anticipated major ground operation by ‍Israeli forces in⁣ Gaza, ⁢where they have⁣ been bombarding the area ⁤for days, causing the death ⁣of over 2,700 Gazans.

“This is psychological warfare,” stated an Israeli Army spokesman ⁤regarding the video. “While our main goal is to ⁣dismantle Hamas, rescuing​ the hostages remains a top priority.”

The Israeli military has assured constant communication‌ with Schem’s family and is utilizing all available intelligence and operational ⁣measures to secure the​ release of the captives. However, ⁣the hostages’ unknown locations in Gaza pose a ⁤significant challenge to any rescue​ operation.

“Now she is in Gaza, and she ​is not the only one,” Keren Schem emphasized. “There are many children, babies, old people, and even Holocaust ‍survivors who were kidnapped at this party. This is a crime against humanity, and we must all come together to stop this terror⁢ and bring everybody back home.”

France’s foreign ministry ​condemned the video as vile and revealed that 21 French ‍nationals were‍ killed, with 11 still missing. They ⁢suspect that several of the missing individuals are hostages of Hamas.

Responding to ⁣the video, White House national security spokesman John Kirby expressed his certainty that the female hostage appeared to be under duress. He stated that the United States is working tirelessly to secure ⁢the release of all⁢ the hostages, emphasizing the urgency of reuniting them with their families.

(Reporting by James Mackenzie, Roleen Tafakji, and​ Rami Amichay; ⁤additional reporting by John ⁣Irish in​ Paris and​ Susan Heavey in Washington;​ editing by David Gregorio, ‍Alexandra Hudson)

How can the international⁤ community and humanitarian organizations assist‍ in securing Mia Schem’s safe release?

E taken by Hamas during their surprise attack last week, ⁢with many being released or rescued since then. However, Mia Schem remains captive, and her family is ⁢growing increasingly‌ desperate for ⁣her safe return.

The ordeal began when Mia, a French-Israeli woman, attended‍ a dance party​ in Israel. ‌Little did she⁣ know that instead of a night of fun and enjoyment,⁣ she would find herself⁤ caught in the middle​ of a vicious attack. Hamas militants stormed the‍ venue and abducted​ numerous partygoers, including Mia.

Since her capture, Mia’s family ‌has been living ‍a ⁤nightmare. The uncertainty surrounding​ her welfare, coupled with the distressing video released by Hamas, where she clearly appears to be injured, has⁣ left the family filled with anguish and worry. Her mother, Keren Schem,‍ spoke⁣ at a press conference,⁢ displaying a‌ photo of her daughter and pleading for her safe return. With tears in her‍ eyes, she emphasized that Mia’s only​ intention was to​ have fun at a festival party, but now she finds herself trapped in Gaza.

The video released by Hamas on Monday provides a ​glimpse into ⁣the condition Mia is ⁢currently in. With her injured arm being treated by a ​medical worker, she manages⁢ to convey her identity and makes an⁢ impassioned plea to be reunited with her family. It is clear that she is in‌ need of immediate help and that her life is in danger.

Israel has reported that ​a​ significant number of hostages have ⁤been released or rescued following the attack. However, ‍Mia’s captivity continues, and‌ time‌ is of ‌the essence. It is crucial that the ⁢international community, governments, and humanitarian ‌organizations ‍come together to⁢ secure Mia’s safe release.

This incident highlights the ongoing conflict between⁤ Israel and Hamas, which has left innocent individuals like Mia caught in the crossfire. It is a tragic reminder‌ of the toll that violence takes on civilian lives, and the urgent need for a peaceful ⁣resolution to the long-standing conflicts in ‌the region.

Mia’s family is appealing to the compassion and humanity of those who can intervene and help bring their daughter ⁤back home. Their plea is a plea⁢ heard ‌by parents worldwide, who can relate to the instinctual urge to protect and bring their child‍ back safely.

As the ⁣world ​becomes‌ increasingly interconnected, it‌ is ⁢our collective responsibility to stand against violence and advocate for the ⁣safe release of innocent hostages. Mia’s case is‌ not one of politics but of ‌human life and‌ dignity.

We join forces with Mia’s family in urging the immediate release of this young woman. We call upon‌ Hamas to show compassion and heed this plea for mercy. And we implore the international community ⁤to do everything‍ within their power to ⁤facilitate Mia’s safe return to her family. Let us come together in solidarity ​and demonstrate that every human life is sacred and deserving ‌of protection.

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