Release occurred in a context of ceasefire, which also resulted in the release of 200 Palestinian prisoners by Israel
Four Israeli hostages were released by this Saturday (25), after 477 days of captivity. Among the released are Liri Albag, Karina Ariev, Daniella Gilboa and Naama Levy. Release occurred in a context of ceasefire, which also resulted in the release of 200 Palestinian prisoners by Israel. However, the Israeli government criticized the action, claiming that Hamas prioritized the release of its military rather than civilians, disrespecting the agreement. The hostage delivery ceremony was held in public in Gaza, being interpreted as an exhibition of strength from Hamas. in turn, estimates that between 30% and 50% of more than 90 hostages still in their possession may be dead. The ceasefire agreement stipulates the release of 33 Israeli hostages in exchange for 1,500 Palestinian prisoners.
Liri Albag, 19, was kidnapped at 18 and sent messages to her family members asking them not to cancel a trip they had planned. Karina Ariev, 20, was injured during the October 7 attack and has a dream of becoming a psychologist. Daniella Gilboa, also 20, is a passionate musician who was in contact with her family at the time of kidnapping. Naama Levy, also 20, is the granddaughter of concentration camp survivors and has participated in a dialogue program between Israeli and Palestinians.
Posted by Sarah Paula
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