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Oded Lifshitz, BD"E
Oldest hostage at 84 years old confirmed deceased

Confirmed: Body of hostage Oded Lifshitz to be released tomorrow by PIJ

The Islamic Jihad terror group has announced that it will release the body of 84-year-old Israeli hostage Oded Lifshitz on Thursday, along with 3 members of the Bibas family. Lifshitz, who was taken from Kibbutz Nir Oz on the morning of October 7 during an attack by Hamas, had been held in Gaza for more than a year.

Eliana Fleming
FEB 19, 2025
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A National Tragedy

Israel confirms: Deceased hostages Bibas family and Oded Lifshitz ob"m will be returned tomorrow

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Sasha Trufanov with the Chief Rabbi

From Gaza Captivity to Religious Awakening

Released hostage Sasha Trufanov dons tefilin a day after release

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Sasha Trufanov

Cruel propaganda

WATCH: Islamic Jihad forced ex-hostage Sasha Trufanov to fake "happy" fishing video

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Sasha Trufanov

Also thanks to Putin

Sasha Trufanov, dual Israeli-Russian citizen, slated for release tomorrow

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Armed Palestinian gunmen take part in a military parade, in Jenin, February 24, 2024.

Intelligence Report Uncovers Hamas' Secret Strategy During Hostage Releases

Report: Hamas Using Hostage Parades to Strengthen Terror Forces—Here’s How

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A military helicopter with released Thai hostages arrives at the Assaf Harofeh hospital, January 30, 2025.

A lovely gesture

From Farm Workers to Citizens: Israel's Extraordinary Offer to Released Thai Hostages

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Khan Yunis is overjoyed 

WATCH: Chaos and Gunfire Mark Prisoner Release in Khan Yunis Amid Latest Hostage Deal

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How Arbel Yehud Survived 482 Days of Solitary Hell

UNCOVERED: The Horrors Arbel Yehud and other captives endured in Gaza

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Hamas, Islamic Jihad and thousands of Gazans seen outside the house of Sinwar in Khan Younis, Gaza, where two Israeli hostages- Arbel yehud and Gadi Mozes were released to the Red Cross, January 30, 2025.

Millimeters away from being lynched

Israel's Red Line: Hamas better come up with safer hostage transfers – or this deal is over

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Gadi Mozes

Our man in Gaza

How Hostage Gadi Mozes' Defiant Smile Captured Israel's Heart

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Arbel Yehud

A Story of Resilience and Return

Who is Arbel Yehud, freed Hamas hostage?

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Palestinian Islamic Jihad convoy.

Their Nightmare Is Ending

WATCH: Palestinian Islamic Jihad prepares to release Gadi Mozes and Arbel Yehoud, along with the Thai hostages

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Arbel Yehud

This is when Arbel will be released from Gaza

BREAKING: Arbel Yehud Expected to Be Released on Friday

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Displaced Palestinians waiting to return home.

Why Am I Not Surprised

CHUTZPAH: Hamas claims Netzarim closure "violation" of ceasefire deal, fails to provide list of live hostages

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Hamas in Jabaliya

Distressing

WATCH: Who are the mass murderers we released in today's hostage exchange?

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Arbel Yehud

Bring her home!

UPDATE: Israel insists Hamas release Arbel Yehud – or the Gazans are not going home

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Family members of Israeli hostage Agam Berger celebrate her 20th birthday in Hamas captivity in Tel Aviv, August 23, 2024.

Incredible!

WATCH: "Don't Film My Daughter on Shabbat": Hostage's Mother's Surprising Message to Media

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Arbel Yehud, kidnapped on October 7th

Bring Arbel Home

Israel Demands Release of Arbel Yehud in Upcoming Hostage Exchange

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Good For Them, Seriously

IDF fires on terrorists endangering soldiers in Gaza Strip

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