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Families Of US Hostages Turn To President-Elect Trump For Hope

Families of US hostages in Israel-Hamas conflict look to President-elect Trump for help in negotiations.

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After Sinwar's death, hostage families see a 'window of opportunity' to bring their loved ones home

The families of hostages held by Hamas militants in Gaza say time is of the essence to rescue their loved ones following the killing of Yahya Sinwar, the head of Hamas, by Israeli troops in Gaza

The Independent UK

‘Like a rollercoaster’: Palestinian-Americans clamour to be heard at Democratic convention

Pro-Palestine movement and Israelis share common goal for Gaza ceasefire at Kamala Harris’s nomination

The Guardian - UK

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Israeli Prime Minister Meets Families Of Deceased Hostages

Israeli PM Netanyahu meets families of deceased hostages in Gaza, discussing frustrations and desire for safe return.

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Families of US hostages in Gaza plead with Americans: Don't forget your fellow citizens

The families of American hostages in Gaza say they are hopeful for a deal between Israel and Hamas that would bring their loved ones home

The Independent UK

Israeli-American Hostage Families Criticize Israeli Government's Response

Israeli-American hostage families disappointed by Israeli government's support compared to the United States. Parents highlight disparity in compassion and...

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Israeli families demand release of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu meets with families of hostages in Gaza. A creative and emotional interview with Ruby Chen, father of a hostage, discussin...

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Captives mistakenly killed by Israeli troops left SOS signs in Hebrew

The killing of the three men sparks intense outcry in Israel and raises concerns about its military’s wartime conduct.

Al Jazeera

‘We’re still living this’: families of US-Israeli hostages arrive in Washington

Parents of three hostages met with officials on Wednesday to pressure Biden administration to push for Americans’ release

The Guardian - US

US Families Recount 'Horrific' Gaza Hostage Ordeal, Urge More Action

Four-year-old American hostage Abigail is surrounded by family in Israel who "brought her life back" after seven weeks of captivity, her great aunt said Wednesday, as relatives stressed they will not rest until everyone held by Hamas is freed.

International Business Times

Families of American hostages in Gaza describe their anguish and call on US government for help

Families of American hostages held by Hamas in the Gaza Strip are describing their anguish and calling on the U.S. and Israeli governments to do all they can to bring home their loved ones home

The Independent UK

His US teenage son won’t be among the freed Hamas hostages: ‘Hopefully he is alive’

Itay Chen was captured by the militant group shortly after the deadly attack on October 7, during which 1,200 Israeli civilians were killed. His father Ruby spoke with Bel Trew in Tel Aviv

The Independent UK

Gaza ceasefire: Qatar says hostage deal ‘can be catalyst for peace’ as 13 women and children to be released

Qatari official tells The Independent that the world must use ‘momentum’ from the truce to end war

The Independent UK

Israeli hostages’ families march from Tel Aviv to Benjamin Netanyahu’s Jerusalem office in demonstration

Thousands march from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem to raise plight of hostages

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The Guardian - UK

Who are the hostages taken by Hamas from southern Israel?

Among those believed to be captives in Gaza are children, festival-goers, peace activists, caregivers, elderly people and soldiers. Here are some of their names and stories

The Independent UK

Mother who died saving son, pro-peace academic and man missing at rave: Americans killed or missing in Israel

The State Department confirmed at least 22 US citizens have died since Hamas terrorists attacked Israel, while an unknown number have been take hostage. Here are some of their stories. Rachel Sharp reports

The Independent UK

Mom and daughter visiting family, Israeli-US soldier and festivalgoer: The Americans held hostage by Hamas

President Joe Biden has insisted the US is ‘working round the clock’ to bring the missing Americans home as families desperately wait for answers. Rachel Sharp reports

The Independent UK

Sobbing families beg for Biden’s help to bring missing Israeli-Americans home

Gathered at the Carlton Hotel in Tel Aviv in front of a room full of reporters, the relatives of four American citizens shared their heartbreak as they search for missing loved ones. Andrea Blanco reports

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The Independent UK

Mother who died saving son, pro-peace academic and man missing at rave: Americans killed or missing in Israel

The Independent UK

Sobbing families beg for Biden’s help to bring missing Israeli-Americans home

The Independent UK

Parents of missing American join protest outside US Embassy in Israel as they beg Biden to help bring him home

Itay Chen, 19, is believed to be among the 130 or more people kidnapped by Hamas terrorists in Israel over the weekend

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