Survivors of Hamas Festival Attack Express Relief
Six people who survived the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack in Israel expressed relief and solidarity with the 20 Israeli hostages released on Monday.
A group of survivors is currently in Boston with a traveling exhibition about the attack, where they shared their feelings about the release of the hostages.
- The release of the 20 hostages was part of a peace deal seeking to end the two-year conflict.
- The deal involved the exchange of the hostages for the freedom of about 1,700 Palestinian prisoners held by Israel.
The United Nations accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza last month, with the nation's response to Hamas' attack resulting in the deaths of over 67,800 Palestinians, according to Gaza's Health Ministry.
Palestinians and Israelis returning home were greeted with cheering crowds and hugs from loved ones, as reported by NPR.
Author's summary: Survivors of Hamas attack relieved as hostages return home.