This video was the first sign of life for these hostages, and their families expressed hope for their safe return. Hamas had previously threatened to execute hostages in retaliation for Israeli military strikes. Israeli officials have generally not responded to Hamas’ public messaging on the hostages, considering it as psychological warfare. Israel has acknowledged the risks to hostages during its military operation and is taking precautions. Out of the 240 people seized by Hamas on October 7, around half were released in a November truce, but 132 remain in Gaza, with 25 reported deaths in captivity.

Noa Argamani Hostage Video

Noa Argamani was taken hostage from the Nova Party in Kibbutz Ra’im and her kidnapping video was one of the first videos circulated online after tragedy struck on October 7th. Noa’s mother Liora who is very ill has released a statement saying,  “Noa has been held captive by Hamas for 100 days, and I don’t understand how it can be, how she is still there. I want to say thank you to the people of Israel, your help warms my heart. Thank you, I love you very much. I hope I will be able to see her before my last days.”

Noa Argamani boyfriend was also kidnapped at the same time as her but it is unclear if he is still alive.

Published by holrmagazine.com.