Ariel Bibas, Hostages

Ariel Bibas turns 5 in captivity: Watch heartbreaking video released by family

Ariel, along with his parents and baby brother Kfir, was abducted on October 7, 2023, and has been held by Hamas for 303 days.

08/04/2024, 13:43

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The Bibas family has released a video showcasing birthday photos of Ariel Bibas, who will turn five tomorrow while still in captivity. Ariel, along with his parents and baby brother, was abducted on October 7, 2023, and has been held by Hamas for 303 days.

To mark this difficult milestone, the family will host a commemorative event at Hostages Square in Tel Aviv on Monday. The Hostages Families Forum commented, "Ariel was meant to celebrate his fifth birthday in kindergarten. Instead, he and his family remain captives in Gaza."

"Ariel’s father, Yarden, is also being held. At the family's request, the birthday will be observed with a special event at Hostages Square."