trauma recovery
The Long Road Home: Medical and Psychological Challenges Facing Released Hamas Hostages
Oct 16, 2025 02:21 am CST
Recently freed Hamas hostages face a complex recovery journey addressing severe malnutrition, sunlight deprivation, and psychological trauma. Israeli medical teams are implementing specialized protocols to help these individuals rebuild their physical health and regain autonomy after two years in captivity, while families celebrate emotional reunions despite the challenging rehabilitation ahead.
Israeli Couple's Contrasting Gaza Captivity Experiences: Noa Argamani Reveals Differences After Partner's Release
Oct 15, 2025 01:55 am CST
Former Israeli hostage Noa Argamani details the stark differences between her and her partner Avinatan Or's captivity conditions in Gaza following his release under a ceasefire agreement. While she was held with other civilians in houses for 246 days before being rescued, Or spent 738 days alone in tunnels until the recent deal secured his freedom. Their emotional reunion comes as Israel awaits the return of 24 hostages' remains still held by Hamas.