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For the first time since 2014, there are no hostages held in tunnels of Gaza. 251 hostages were taken on Oct 7. Now the last, Ran Givli, is home, killed defending Israeli civilians from Hamas terrorists. Pic: Twitter/X
January 27, 2026, 10:13 am
Bring Them Home was never just a slogan. It was a promise
As Ran Gvili's body is recovered from Gaza, the head of the Hostages and Missing Families Forum UK described how 'Hope is not passive. Hope is an act of resistance.'
By Nivi Feldman
Nivi Feldman is presented with the inaugural Bridge to Israel Award by former hostage Dr Shoshan Haran at Magen David Adom UK’s annual dinner. Photo: Adam Lawrence
November 25, 2025, 12:33 pm
UK hostage families forum chief honoured for ‘brilliant campaigning’
MDA UK honours Feldman for her pivotal behind-the-scenes role advocating for families of Israelis held captive
By Justin Cohen
Hostages Square, Tel Aviv
October 28, 2025, 11:09 am
Israeli study defines new form of trauma among families of 7 October hostages
Peer-reviewed research introduces ‘Dynamic-Static Ambiguous Loss’ model to describe psychological toll of mass kidnapping
By Annabel Sinclair
Hostage Alon Ohel in a still from a Hamas video, released with family approval. Photo Credit: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
September 25, 2025, 11:21 am
Family of hostage Alon Ohel approves release of image from Hamas video
Ohel’s parents confirm son has lost sight in one eye, denounce Hamas clip as “psychological terrorism”
By Annabel Sinclair
IDF Chief of Staff Eyal Zamir with senior IDF officers (Photo: IDF)
September 16, 2025, 4:51 pm
IDF launches ground offensive against Gaza City as hostage families protest
Israel's Hostages and Missing Families Forum has set up a permanent encampment outside PM Netanyahu's Jerusalem residence, urging an end to the war and release of all hostages
By Jewish News Reporter
Families and supporters of Israeli hostages protest outside the office of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem, calling for him to secure the release of all hostages held captive in Gaza
August 8, 2025, 11:37 am
Israel’s Hostages Forum condemns Gaza occupation decision
'The expansion of fighting only further endangers those still held in Gaza's tunnels', the group said, in strong criticism of the Israeli government's announcement
By Jewish News Reporter
Gal Gadot (second from left) meets with freed hostages (from left) Moran Stela Yanai, Doron Steinbrecher, Naama Levy and Liri Albag. Photo Credit: Hostages Forum
July 23, 2025, 3:12 pm
Gal Gadot tells freed hostages ‘you are strength and inspiration’ in emotional meeting
Actress urges continued focus on 50 captives still in Gaza after survivors share ordeal
By Annabel Sinclair
Relatives of hostages still held in Gaza address UK Jewish leaders during a meeting at the Board of Deputies, London, 8 July 2025. Photo: Annabel Sinclair
July 9, 2025, 1:50 pm
Hostage families call for UK action as ceasefire talks risk leaving loved ones behind
At London meeting, relatives demand international pressure for a deal that includes all captives
By Annabel Sinclair
Yair Yaakov, murdered on 7 October and taken into Gaza. Photo Credit: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
June 12, 2025, 11:05 am
IDF recovers bodies of two murdered hostages from Gaza, including Nir Oz father
Yair Yaakov was killed in his home on 7 October; second victim also from Nir Oz, name withheld
By Annabel Sinclair
Hamas fighters surround hostage Arbel Yehud during her release in January
May 5, 2025, 1:05 pm
Israel approves plan to ‘conquer Gaza’ as Smotrich claims territory won’t be returned in any deal
Chief of Staff warned of the dangers that hostages could be "lost"
By Jewish News Reporter
Benjamin Netanyahu
May 1, 2025, 4:36 pm
Fury as Netanyahu says ‘victory’ trumps return of hostages
Hostages families condemn Israeli PM after he says victory in Gaza takes priority over freeing captives still held by Hamas
By Annabel Sinclair
Former hostages Adi Shoham and her children Yahel and Naveh meeting the Pope last November. Their father ad husband Tal was later released pic: Vatican Media
April 26, 2025, 1:24 pm
Hostage families: We will always cherish the Pope’s moral support
Tribute came as world leaders and well-wishers from around the globe attended the funeral for Pope Francis in Vatican Square
Race runner in Israel wearing a shirt highlighting the plight of hostage Gali Berman. Pic: Hostage and Missing Families Forum
April 22, 2025, 10:33 pm
London Marathon runners urged to honour each of the 59 hostages still held in Gaza
Hostages and Missing Families Forum urges Sunday's annual London race participants to highlight plight of captives still waiting to return home
By Michelle Rosenberg
The 24 hostages are believed to still be alive. Photo Credit: Hostages Families Forum
April 10, 2025, 1:57 pm
‘Time running out’: Hostage Forum warns of medical emergency among 24 captives in Gaza
Medical report reveals worsening physical and mental health of Gaza hostages after 18 months in brutal captivity
By Annabel Sinclair
The Haggadah of Freedom shares stories of hostages alongside the traditional Passover Seder. Photo Credit: Hostages and Missing Families Forum
April 3, 2025, 11:59 am
Hostage Families Forum releases ‘Haggadah of Freedom’ ahead of Passover
New Seder guide pairs traditional liturgy with stories from hostages and their families
By Annabel Sinclair
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