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The shocking truth behind the Gaza war hostages
On December 5, 2024, we report on the ongoing hostage-taking in the Hamas attacks and the international efforts to secure their release.
The shocking truth behind the Gaza war hostages
On October 7, 2023, a horrific terrorist attack unfolded when Hamas and other terrorist groups kidnapped over 250 people from Israel. The hostages included numerous dual nationals, including twelve Germans and people from Thailand, Argentina and the USA. How Wikipedia reported that the relatives of the hostages have gathered in Tel Aviv to draw attention to their terrible situation and to demand action for their release.
( According to reports, as of December 1, 2023, 137 people remain in Hamas's control, including 20 women and two children. Last week, the body of German-Israeli citizen Itai Svirsky was found in the Gaza Strip. Analysts and experts are concerned about the possibility that many hostages were killed in military operations, adding to the emotional burden on family members. The Vienna newspaper reported this.
Return and hostage deal
The repatriation of Svirsky's body was described by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a "grave loss" for the family. For many relatives, this incident represents a painful conclusion. Meanwhile, Defense Minister Israel Katz signaled that negotiations for a hostage deal may show progress, especially as pressure on Hamas has increased due to military clashes. The possibility of a ceasefire is also being considered as the Israeli army continues its actions against Hamas.
As the events of the war have unfolded so far, the family members, during their constant protests, have not only pointed out but also urged the need for international support to end the suffering of their loved ones. Politicians and organizations from around the world are simultaneously seeking the release of the hostages and finding humanitarian solutions for the region, while the situation in the Gaza Strip remains tense.