Gaza hostages

UN verified hostages faced sexual violence in Gaza, then failed to act - analysis

The evidence of sexual violence against Israeli hostages was there. What was missing? Meaningful UN action

The UN has failed to take action, despite hearing the testimonies of October 7 survivors and freed hostages. Premium
New Likud candidate Itzik Bonzel attends an event presenting the party’s new candidates ahead of the upcoming general elections, in Jerusalem, September 8, 2026

Likud election candidate Bonzel says he wishes former hostage was 'returned to Hamas,' apologizes

Footage of Noa Argamani's abduction to Gaza, October 7, 2023.

WATCH: Israeli forces kill global jihadist terrorist who kidnapped Noa Argamani on October 7

WONDERING NO LONGER: Sukka plastered with photos of then-hostages, outside Prime Minister’s Residence in Jerusalem, 2025.

Sukkot 2026: The empty chair is gone, but the threat of Hamas and Iran remains - opinion


Former hostages blast 'NAZA' documentary, accuse filmmakers of erasing their suffering

Former Hamas hostages Rom Braslavski and Eliya Cohen condemned NAZA, accusing the documentary and its filmmakers of erasing their experiences in Gaza and reversing reality.

83rd Venice International Film Festival - Screening of the documentary "Naza" in competition Thursday, 10th September 2026, 20:35

Former hostage Omer Shem Tov recalls loneliness, hunger, abuse during Hamas captivity

“It bothers me when people tell me I’m a hero,” Shem Tov said of his release from captivity. “I don’t think I’m a hero. This was a reality that was forced on me."

Former Gaza hostage Omer Shem Tov at the Civilian October 7 memorial ceremony at Hayarkon Park in Tel Aviv, marking two years since the October 7 massacre, October 7, 2025.

Rosh Hashanah 2026: October 7 awakened Jewish connection - now we must make it last - opinion

Rosh Hashanah offers a moment to turn the Jewish awakening of recent years into lasting community, connection, and belonging.

Visitors at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv, October 05, 2025.

Israel warned of potential Hamas kidnapping operation years before Oct. 7, IDF col. claims - report

Col. (res.) Doron Hadar, who participated in negotiations over hostages held by Hamas before October 7, told Kan that mediators said the stalemate would lead Hamas to consider a major attack. 

Palestinian Hamas terrorists stand guard at a site as Hamas says it continues to search for the bodies of deceased hostages, in Beit Lahiya in the northern Gaza Strip December 3, 2025.

Protest marking anniversary of 'Beautiful Six' hostages' deaths held at Prime Minister's Residence

The Hostages and Missing Families Forum announced the deaths of "The Beautiful Six" shortly following their murder at the hands of Hamas terrorists in August 2024.

Activists from the Women Demand Life movement demonstrate in front of the Prime Minister's Residence in Jerusalem to mark the two-year anniversary of the return of "The Beautiful Six," August 31, 2026.

'Our hostages did not have shampoo': Ben-Gvir taunts prisoners complaining about harsh conditions

A statement from Ben-Gvir’s office claimed that the prisoners were female Islamic Jihad terrorists.

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits the Damon prison.

'The real victory': Former Gaza hostage Elkana Bohbot welcomes birth of new daughter

In a post on Instagram, Bohbot shared a photo of him, his wife, and the newborn baby in the hospital. Alongside the photo, he included a passage from the book of Psalms, thanking God.

Former Gaza hostage Elkana Bohbot and his wife, Rifka, with their newborn daughter, August 28, 2026.

Former Gaza hostage Emily Damari marries partner Dani Amit in Tel Aviv wedding celebration

The couple had gotten engaged in January, 2026, one year after Damari was released from Hamas captivity.

Former Gaza hostage Emily Damari and Israeli food influencer Dani Amit in their wedding outfits.

Former Gaza hostage Evyatar David launches crowdfunding campaign to support recovery

“I’m trying to understand how to do good rehab and help myself with this," former Gaza hostage Evyatar David told CNN on Wednesday.

Freed hostage Evyatar David arrives at his home in Kfar Saba, October 26, 2025.

IDF kills Hamas terrorist who held three hostages, Sinwar's ex-bodyguard, others in Gaza strikes

The IDF and the Shin Bet (Israel Security Agency) also confirmed it killed Razek Sahil Suleiman Abu Shahma, Yahya Sinwar’s bodyguard and a Hamas Nukhba terrorist who infiltrated Re’im on October 7.

An IDF biographical infographic on Hamas terrorist Ismail Mohammed Ibrahim Barim, who held three hostages in the Gaza Strip, published August 27, 2026.