Release of Gaza Hostages
After more than two years in captivity, 20 hostages abducted during Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023, attacks, are set to return to Israel.
In the Hamas attacks on Israel on Oct. 7, 251 people were abducted and taken across the border into Gaza. Under the first phase of the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, the remaining hostages are expected to be released.
Israeli officials say that of the 48 remaining Israeli and foreign hostages, 20 are still believed to be alive. Following their release, Israel will free around 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
Hostages Believed to be Alive
- Alon Ohel (24) — a musician and pianist, kidnapped from the Nova music festival, dragged from a shelter where he was hiding among the wounded and dead.
The hostages are expected to be freed early Monday morning.
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Author's summary: 20 Gaza hostages to be released after over two years.