Tel Aviv: Moments of relief and emotion swept across Israel as three freed hostages Alon Ohel, Guy Gilboa-Dalal, and Omri Miran were airlifted to hospitals after their return from captivity in Gaza. The Israeli military confirmed that the trio, part of the first group of seven hostages released earlier in the day, were transported aboard Israeli Air Force helicopters following initial medical examinations.
Military officials said the hostages underwent preliminary health assessments at the southern reception point, where doctors and paramedics were on standby to ensure their immediate well-being. “They are now en route to hospitals for advanced medical support and will soon be reunited with their families,” the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said in a statement.
The emotional reunions are expected to take place in southern Israel, where families have been waiting for days with hope and anxiety. The IDF added that medical teams are prioritizing both physical and psychological care for the returnees, many of whom endured months of isolation and trauma during captivity.
In a significant update, the military confirmed that all 20 living hostages have now been safely brought back to Israel. “The second group of hostages has crossed into Israel from Gaza,” the statement said, marking a crucial milestone in the ongoing humanitarian efforts.
The operation, conducted under heightened security and coordinated medical planning, reflects Israel’s determination to ensure the health and safety of every returning captive. As helicopters carrying the freed hostages touched down, families, soldiers, and medics witnessed scenes of tears, embraces, and overwhelming relief the culmination of months of anguish and international negotiation.
While the nation celebrates their return, officials acknowledge that the road to recovery will be long, both physically and emotionally. For Israel, however, today marks a day of hope restored a reminder that even after years of conflict and captivity, the spirit of survival and reunion endures.