"After 492 days of uncertainty, we received our first sign of life today - our Alon is alive. He is wounded and not receiving medical treatment," his family stated.
Elgarat, aged 69, was abducted from his home in Kibbutz Nir Oz by Hamas terrorists on October 7.
This decision was made following consultations with ministry officials and a review of the hospital’s readiness to handle their anticipated medical needs.
The impending hostage release sparks hope, mourning, and questions about Gaza captives.
Freeing the hostages is a crucial part of what these soldiers fought for, hostage family member Udi Goren said.
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Some 37% of Jewish Israelis and 14% of Arab Israelis prefer that Israel "not agree to demands that would force it to halt the war and allow Hamas to survive, as resuming the war may not be feasible.”
Thr stressed mother has not touched her son's messy room since October 7, and greets him every morning in his empty room.
Sutherland, 25, did not suffer significant consequences. She reportedly was required to take "multicultural training" and had a note added to her file.
Bibas's family - his wife Shiri and two young children Kfir and Ariel, were also taken hostage on October 7 and are still held captive.
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