Relief for Survivors of Hamas Festival Attack
Six survivors of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack in Israel expressed relief and solidarity with the 20 Israeli hostages released on Monday.
The survivors, who are currently in Boston with a traveling exhibition about the attack, welcomed the release of the hostages as part of a peace deal aiming to end the two-year conflict.
- 20 Israeli hostages were freed in exchange for the release of about 1,700 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.
- The release came amid accusations by the United Nations that Israel committed genocide in Gaza, resulting in over 67,800 Palestinian deaths, according to Gaza's Health Ministry.
Palestinians and Israelis returning home were greeted by cheering crowds and hugs from loved ones, as reported by NPR.
Author's summary: Survivors of Hamas attack express relief as hostages return home.