Yarden Bibas was released by Hamas in a hostage exchange, marking a bittersweet reunion over 480 days after his abduction. While Bibas is back in Israel, his wife, Shiri, and their two young children, Ariel and Kfir, remain in Gaza. Their fate is unknown, with grave concerns for their well-being.
Yarden Bibas is back in Israel more than 480 days after Hamas terrorists ripped him from his home in Kibbutz Nir Oz and dragged him to the Gaza Strip. Bibas’ return, however, is bittersweet as his wife, Shiri, and their two young children, Ariel and Kfir, remain in Gaza . Their fate is unknown, and the Israel Defense Forces has made it clear that there are 'grave concerns about their wellbeing.
' AMERICAN AMONG THREE HOSTAGES FREED FROM TERROR'S GRIP AFTER NEARLY 500 DAYS The release of Bibas, Siegel and Kalderon looked different from previous hostages’ releases, which saw shocking scenes of crowds mobbing the captives as they were transferred to the Red Cross. This change is likely due to Netanyahu’s demand that mediators guarantee the hostages safe exits following the chaotic scenes.
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