Hamas Releases Video of Two Hostages, Urging Israeli Authorities for Deal before Independence Day
Hamas's armed wing has released a video of two hostages, Keith Siegel and Omri Miran, who were abducted during the Hamas attack on southern Israel in October 2022.
The men are alive and urging Israeli authorities to make a deal for the release of all remaining captives before Israel's Independence Day on May 14.
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum identified the men and called on the Israeli government to take action to secure their release and the return of all other hostages.
The forum also demanded dignified burials for those who have been murdered.
Hamas has released a new video showing Israeli civilians Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Avraham Abera Siegel, who have been held captive since May. The footage, which came three days after Hamas showed Goldberg-Polin alive, indicates that it was recorded earlier this week.
Both men appear to be speaking under duress and express their desire for a deal to secure their release.
The video was released as Hamas is reportedly studying Israel's latest ceasefire proposal, following a delegation from mediator Egypt visiting Israel to advance negotiations.
Siegel, 64, broke down as he spoke about their captivity.
A man, identified as Siegel, expressed fear and desperation during an interview, as he and other hostages are being held captive.
He urged his family to know that he's fine and shared fond memories of the previous Passover celebration.
Siegel appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a deal for their release.
Demonstrations calling for a deal have been ongoing in Israel, and the Ezzedine Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, published messages in Hebrew in a video related to the situation.
Protesters in Tel Aviv demanded the release of captive sons of Israelis held by Hamas in Gaza.
The military efforts to free them were unsuccessful, and messages urged immediate action.
Dani, the father of one of the hostages, attended the rally and appealed to Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar for a deal.
He urged an end to the bloodshed and suffering, and requested a decision be made immediately.
The organizers showed a video of the protest while demonstrators chanted against the authorities.
Aviv Siegel, wife of a protestor, expressed her love and commitment to her husband and vowed to fight for his return.
Israeli authorities accuse Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar of planning an attack on October 7, 2000, during which over 250 people were abducted, with 129 still missing and 34 reported dead.
The attack resulted in the deaths of 1,170 people, mostly civilians, according to Israeli official figures.
In response, Israel launched a military offensive in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of 34,388 people, primarily women and children, according to Gaza's health ministry.
The Hostages and Missing Families Forum identified the men and called on the Israeli government to take action to secure their release and the return of all other hostages.
The forum also demanded dignified burials for those who have been murdered.
Hamas has released a new video showing Israeli civilians Hersh Goldberg-Polin and Avraham Abera Siegel, who have been held captive since May. The footage, which came three days after Hamas showed Goldberg-Polin alive, indicates that it was recorded earlier this week.
Both men appear to be speaking under duress and express their desire for a deal to secure their release.
The video was released as Hamas is reportedly studying Israel's latest ceasefire proposal, following a delegation from mediator Egypt visiting Israel to advance negotiations.
Siegel, 64, broke down as he spoke about their captivity.
A man, identified as Siegel, expressed fear and desperation during an interview, as he and other hostages are being held captive.
He urged his family to know that he's fine and shared fond memories of the previous Passover celebration.
Siegel appealed to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a deal for their release.
Demonstrations calling for a deal have been ongoing in Israel, and the Ezzedine Al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas, published messages in Hebrew in a video related to the situation.
Protesters in Tel Aviv demanded the release of captive sons of Israelis held by Hamas in Gaza.
The military efforts to free them were unsuccessful, and messages urged immediate action.
Dani, the father of one of the hostages, attended the rally and appealed to Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar for a deal.
He urged an end to the bloodshed and suffering, and requested a decision be made immediately.
The organizers showed a video of the protest while demonstrators chanted against the authorities.
Aviv Siegel, wife of a protestor, expressed her love and commitment to her husband and vowed to fight for his return.
Israeli authorities accuse Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar of planning an attack on October 7, 2000, during which over 250 people were abducted, with 129 still missing and 34 reported dead.
The attack resulted in the deaths of 1,170 people, mostly civilians, according to Israeli official figures.
In response, Israel launched a military offensive in Gaza, resulting in the deaths of 34,388 people, primarily women and children, according to Gaza's health ministry.
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