Hostage

Freed hostage Alexander Sasha Troufanov reveals sexual harassment trauma during Gaza captivity

Troufanov noticed the hidden camera set up to watch him naked, and took the shower anyway, while trying to hide his private parts, he told BBC in an interview during his visit to London.

 Former hostage Alexander Sasha Troufanov spoke publicly for the first time on March 1, 2025
 Hostage posters seen at the Hostages' Square in Tel Aviv, January 14, 2025

Israel’s hostage dilemma: The need for clear, firm guidelines to break the cycle - editorial

 Israeli Police and IDF solodiers in line to pay their respects as the funeral procession of St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, the last hostage from Gaza, makes its way to Gvili's Negev hometown of Meitar on Jan. 28, 2026.

Ran Gvili's funeral procession in pictures: Last hostage heads to final rest as crowds line streets

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in addence at returned Gaza hostage, Ran Gvili's funeral.

WATCH: Final hostage Ran Gvili arrives in Negev hometown of Meitar for burial


'There was nothing I could do': Thai family's long wait for slain Gaza hostage ends

For months, the family waited through multiple hostage releases, hoping Sudthisak would be among those freed alive. Each time brought disappointment.

On Rinthalak, 80, mother of deceased Thai hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak, who was kidnapped to Gaza in the deadly October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas, sits next to his pictures at their house in Nong Khai province, Thailand, December 5, 2025.

Ran Gvili's sister Shira asks Phase Two of deal not be implemented until brother's remains returns

Ran's sister, Shira, asked that Phase 2 of the US-brokered hostage-ceasefire deal not be implemented until the return of her brother's remains.

Shira Gvili, sister to Ran Gvili, the last remaining hostage held in Gaza, at Hostages Square, December 5, 2025.

Until the last hostage: Bring slain captive Ran Gvili home now - editorial

St. Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, the last October 7 hostage, is still held by Hamas in Gaza. It is Israel's moral imperative to bring him home.

Posters of Ran Gvili, whose body is still being held captive by Hamas in Gaza, seen at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv. December 02, 2025.

Netherlands, Spain, Ireland, and Slovenia withdraw from Eurovision after Israel cleared to compete

"If no one was up in arms when Russia began its invasion, and it was exiled from global competitions and Eurovision, then the same should happen with Israel," Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez said.

 Yuval Raphael is the winner of the Rising star 2025 finale and will represent Israel in the Eurovision.

Freed Gaza hostage Edan Alexander vows to 'give hell' to Hamas at Nova massacre site

"I gathered knowledge over there. I know the language, I know the culture, I know a lot about these demons. I have to use all of that and come back. And now I’m here in uniform,” said Edan Alexander.

Former hostage, Israeli soldier Edan Alexander, attends an event at the Nova festival massacre site with a US delegation on December 3, 2025 in Re'eim, Israel.

Sudthisak Rinthalak identified as deceased hostage returned to Israel, PMO confirms

The PMO noted that Rinthalak's family, as well as the Thai ambassador to Israel, Boonyarit Vichienphan, expressed their appreciation for Israel's efforts to return Rinthalak's remains.

Sudthisak Rinthalak

Former Gaza hostage Sudthisak Rinthalak remains are identified, IDF confirms

Israel's Public Health Service is in constant contact with the families of the final two victims, the PMO confirmed.

Red Cross personnel wait to head towards an area within the "yellow line" to which Israeli troops withdrew under the ceasefire, as Hamas says it continues to search for the bodies of deceased hostages seized during the October 7, 2023, attack on Israel, in Gaza City November 20, 2025.

Andrea Bocelli hosts former Gaza hostage Segev Kalfon for private concert at Miami home

Former hostage Segev Kalfon, held for 738 days, endured beatings, psychological torture, and being pressured to convert to Islam during Hamas captivity.

Andrea Bocelli performs on the stage during free 'Grace For The World' concert in St Peter's Square on September 13, 2025 in Vatican City, Vatican.

Tribute to former hostage Rom Braslavski, late drama define an unforgettable week in Israeli soccer

Late equalizers, red cards, and coaching turmoil shaped a dramatic week across Israeli soccer.

 Former hostage Rom Braslavski on the field at Teddy Stadium on Sunday night was a powerful symbol of courage and renewal.

Family of slain hostage Ran Gvili calls to move weekly Tel Aviv Saturday rallies to Fridays

The family announced that they hope the shift will mark a new phase in their campaign, as they continue to fight for the return of the last two hostages.

Activists hold signs calling for the return of the final two hostages' remains, including St.-Sgt.-Maj. Ran Gvili, at Hostage Square, Tel Aviv, November 29, 2025.