Gaza war hostage crisis

October 2023 – January 26, 2026 · Southern Levant

Hamas and other armed groups took about 250 hostages from Israel into Gaza during the 7 October attack. Many were freed in exchanges during ceasefires, and others died in captivity.

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October 7 attacks October 7, 2023

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Gaza war hostage crisis