The family of Arbel Yehud, a 29-year-old taken hostage from her home in Kibbutz Nir Oz, expressed their anticipation for her safe return. They eagerly await the moment they can embrace Arbel, as they celebrate the recent release of other captives Karina, Daniella, Liri, and Naama.
A senior source from the Palestinian Islamic Jihad movement (PIJ) claimed responsibility for holding Yehud captive. The source alleged that Yehud was a trained soldier in the Israeli army's space program, although there is no evidence to support this claim.
Despite the Israeli government's assertion that Yehud is a civilian and should have been released as part of a ceasefire-hostages deal, she remains in captivity. Israeli officials criticized Hamas for failing to prioritize the return of civilians, as tensions persist over Yehud's status.
In response to the ongoing dispute, the Israeli Prime Minister's Office announced restrictions on civilians in Gaza, preventing them from returning to their homes in northern Gaza as initially planned.
