13 Israelis and 4 foreigners freed in Israel-Hamas swap
OAN’s Abril Elfi
2:58 PM – Saturday, November 25, 2023
A second group of hostages have been released following a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas.
On Saturday, 13 Israeli hostages and four Thai foreigners were released from Gaza.
The released hostages have been identified as 67-year-old Shoshan Haran, her daughter Adi Shoham, 38, and Adi’s children Yahel, 3, and Naveh, 8.
Shiri Weiss, 53, and her daughter, Noga Weiss, 18, Maya Regev, 21, Hila Rotem, 12, Emily Hand, 9, Noam Or, 17, Alma Or, 13, Noam Avigdori, 12, and her mother Sharon Avigdori, 52 were also released.
Dror Or, the father of Noam and Alma Or, is still being held by Hamas in Gaza, according to Israeli officials.
Dror’s wife and the children’s mother, Yonat Or, was killed on October 7th.
The mother of Rotemis is also still being held hostage by Hamas.
According to the Israeli military, the exchange was delayed due to claims that Israel was not upholding its terms of the truce deal.
The operation to free the hostages has been dubbed “Heaven’s Door” by the IDF.
Red Cross vehicles transport hostages to the Rafah Crossing once they’re released from Hamas’s procession.
After that, they’ll be moved and taken to a Southern Israeli airbase. There, the recently freed hostages will undergo brief assessments of their physical and mental health.
They’re given phones to contact family members once finished undergoing health evaluations.
Israel and Hamas have reached a four-day cease-fire agreement. Hamas is set to release the 50 women and children out of roughly 240 people that were abducted from their homes on October 7th.
Israel is to release 150 Palestinian prisoners in return, a large number of which are being held on suspicion of attempted murder.
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The release of the second group of hostages is a positive development in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. It demonstrates a willingness from both parties to engage in peaceful negotiations and work towards a resolution. The release of these hostages brings hope for the safe return of others who are still being held captive.
The names of the released hostages have been made public, highlighting the individuals who have endured this traumatic experience. It is a reminder of the human cost of conflicts and the importance of finding peaceful solutions.
However, it is crucial to remember that not all hostages have been released. Dror Or, the father of Noam and Alma Or, is still being held by Hamas in Gaza. This serves as a stark reminder of the work that still needs to be done to ensure the safe release of all hostages.
Tragically, the mother of Hila Rotem is also still being held hostage by Hamas. The pain and uncertainty that these families are enduring cannot be underestimated.
The delay in the hostage release was due to claims that Israel was not upholding its terms of the truce deal. It is unfortunate that such delays occur, as they prolong the suffering of those who are awaiting their release.
The operation to free the hostages has been named “Heaven’s Door” by the IDF, symbolizing the hope for a better future and the opening of possibilities for peace.
The Red Cross has played a crucial role in transporting the released hostages to the Rafah Crossing, where they will then be moved to a Southern Israeli airbase. Here, they will undergo assessments of their physical and mental health, ensuring that they receive the support they need to recover from their ordeal.
The cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hamas is a temporary reprieve from the violence, but it is a step in the right direction. The release of the remaining hostages and the exchange of prisoners are positive signs of progress. It is essential for both parties to uphold their commitments and continue working towards a lasting peace.
The international community must not turn a blind eye to the suffering caused by this conflict. It is the responsibility of all nations to condemn acts of violence and support efforts for peace and reconciliation. Only through collective action can we hope to bring an end to the cycle of violence and ensure a better future for all.
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