A Hamas-brokered ceasefire in 2025 will allow the release of 20 Israeli hostages captured during the October 7, 2023 attacks. Their stories reveal courage and endurance in extreme conditions.
Matan Angrest, 22
Matan, a sergeant from Kiryat Bialik, fought near Nahal Oz before Hamas captured him. A devoted Maccabi Haifa fan, he had planned a trip to Dubai. Video footage in 2025 also shows his abduction.
Gali and Ziv Berman, 28
Twins from Kfar Aza, Gali and Ziv survived the kibbutz fire that Hamas started. As music producers and Liverpool supporters, they continue to hope for freedom alongside their surviving family members.
Elkana Bohbot, 36
Festival producer Elkana was abducted in Mevasseret Tzion. He appeared weakened in a 2025 Hamas video. Furthermore, as a father with Colombian citizenship, his release carries great personal significance.
Rom Braslavski, 21
Israeli-German Rom, a Supernova security guard, defended others before capture. In a 2025 Islamic Jihad video, he spoke under duress, but his resilience remained clear.
Nimrod Cohen, 21
Nimrod endured capture after his tank malfunctioned. His mother keeps a burned Rubik’s cube as a reminder. Consequently, his family actively campaigns for his release.
David and Ariel Cunio, 35 & 28
The brothers from Nir Oz celebrate that six of their family hostages were already freed. Additionally, David’s documentary earned Israel’s Ophir Award.
Evyatar David, 24
Abducted at Supernova, Evyatar, a Kfar Saba music enthusiast, appeared malnourished in 2025 footage. Therefore, his release remains urgent.
Guy Gilboa Dalal, 24
Guy was captured during his first rave and appeared in tunnel videos. Despite injuries, he continued studying Japanese culture. His determination gives hope for the upcoming release.
Maxim Herkin, 37
Israeli-Russian father Maxim, from Tirat Carmel, faced injuries after his capture at Supernova. Moreover, he left behind a young daughter in Russia, emphasizing the need for his swift release.
Eitan Horn, 39
Argentinian educator Eitan was abducted from Nir Oz, while his diabetic brother Yair had already gained freedom. Therefore, Eitan’s family presses urgently for negotiations.
Segev Kalfon, 27
Segev, a bakery worker from Dimona, faced capture at Supernova. After meeting a freed hostage, he gained renewed hope for his freedom.
Bar Kuperstein, 23
Army nurse Bar from Holon helped victims during the Supernova attack. As a result, his sacrifice strengthens calls for his release.
Omri Miran, 48
Israeli-Hungarian masseur Omri, taken from Nahal Oz, appeared in 2024–2025 videos urging a negotiated solution.
Yosef Haim Ohana, 25
Yosef, a Supernova barman from Kiryat Malakhi, assisted others before his abduction. Consequently, his story fuels public support for the 2025 release.
The Gaza hostage release 2025 demonstrates both the human cost of the conflict and the resilience of those affected. Families eagerly await their loved ones, highlighting the importance of negotiation and humanitarian action.
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