Six months after the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel on October 7, the situation remains dire with 134 hostages still held captive in Gaza. The attack, described as the deadliest day in Jewish history since the Holocaust, resulted in over 1,200 Israelis murdered, including at least 32 Americans, with many victims subjected to torture, rape, and mutilation. Initially, 240 people were kidnapped, including notable cases like 9-month-old Kfir Bibas and 23-year-old American Hersh Goldberg-Polin. Rallies and protests demanding the release of the hostages have taken place globally, with significant gatherings in Jerusalem, New York City, and Washington D.C., involving thousands of participants. Among the hostages, the case of Omer Neutra, a 22-year-old American, has been highlighted, with his family expressing disbelief and agony over his prolonged captivity. The international community, including various U.S. representatives and former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, has shown strong support for Israel, demanding immediate action for the hostages' release. The Israeli government faces criticism for its inability to secure the hostages' freedom, while Hamas, backed by Iran, has reportedly rejected a temporary ceasefire offer in exchange for freeing some hostages. The Israel-Hamas war has now entered its seventh month.
"The terror is never-ending and is indescribable." -Sharon Aloni Cunio 134 Israelis are still held by Hamas. We’re continuing to share reminders of what hostages went through — and what some of them continue to experience. https://t.co/yDGugZBP9v
Thousands of New Yorkers gathered across from UN headquarters on the six-month anniversary of Hamas' October 7 attack, calling for the immediate release of the hostages still held in Gaza / @MaltzJudy https://t.co/wS7qWj0E2o
Marking 6 months since October 7th, thousands marched through Washington, DC yesterday, calling for the release of the hostages still held captive in Gaza. 📸: @AJC https://t.co/dvmnnppkkf
Tens of thousands of people gathered in Jerusalem, NYC and Washington D.C. to demand the return of the hostages back home. Today, it became clear that Hamas has once again turned down a temporary ceasefire offer in return for freeing some of the hostages. 🇺🇸🇮🇱 https://t.co/JrogHVuoJo
Massive anti-govt rally in Jerusalem marks six months since hostages were captured by Hamas with families demanding the return of their loved ones https://t.co/gifGyD0w7f
It’s now been more than half a year - 185 days - since Iran-backed Hamas terrorists kidnapped innocent people, including Americans, from their homes in Israel. ENOUGH IS ENOUGH. It’s been 6 days since @POTUS mentioned them. That is unacceptable. We need to #BringThemAllHomeNow!
Calls to 'bring them home' continue for Israeli hostages 6 months after Hamas attack https://t.co/cAj2FGLTgq https://t.co/DZ8LQcsCA9
Six months + one day ago, Hamas terrorists kidnapped Hersh Goldberg-Polin. The 23-year-old 🇺🇸 citizen was at the Nova music festival in 🇮🇱 when he was wounded and stolen. He is still being held hostage. I interviewed his parents this morning on @foxandfriends: https://t.co/DSCZASrC7o
It has now been over six months since hundreds of innocent civilians were kidnapped and taken hostage by Hamas. There should be no ceasefire until every single hostage is freed.
Tens of thousands of Israelis have marked six months of war by protesting against their own government's failure to secure the release of dozens held captive in Gaza since 7 October https://t.co/4wSI45MACe
As negotiations to free the hostages held by Hamas reach a critical point, everything must be done to secure their immediate release. For six months, their families have experienced a grief no one should ever go through. We must secure their release immediately.
#WATCH 🔴 In New York, a rally is taking place where Israeli protesters are demanding the release of hostages held by Hamas. Earlier, an anonymous Hamas representative told Reuters that no progress had been made in the new negotiations in Cairo. https://t.co/iIy0Otezm9
"Bring them home, alive today": People in New York and Washington marched for the release of hostages held by Hamas, six months after the start of the Israel-Hamas war. https://t.co/10gluSAkdw https://t.co/sAcSB9hZp5
Families of Israeli hostages rallied in front of the United Nations in New York to demand the release of their loved ones on April 7, as they marked six months of captivity. https://t.co/k5xYztRdG1
It has been 6 months since Iran-backed terrorists BRUTALLY attacked Israel and its citizens. I will ALWAYS stand in support of Israel and its right to defend itself. https://t.co/ew5y3IwLKZ
Sunday marked six months since the beginning of the Israel-Hamas War back on Oct. 7. A rally in Fairmount Park demanded the release of those still held hostage. https://t.co/mpMYY2ijZq
6 months on: Thousands of Israelis push for return of hostages Follow us on Odysee: https://t.co/gMbz1a3bV5 https://t.co/07KCRXR1K3
Protesters in New York are asking the US government to help Israel release hostages still in the hands of Hammas. The creativity is off the charts. https://t.co/sVqRlsI33z
Watch: Thousands rally in front of the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem to demand the return of Gaza hostages as the Israel-Hamas war enters seventh month. #Israel #Hamas #Gaza Read more: https://t.co/9Z0LVWegei https://t.co/onPoMNfZYF
In Jerusalem, thousands of Israelis rallied for the release of around 130 hostages still held in Gaza after six months of Israel's war against Hamas https://t.co/ylxVRuwJ6V https://t.co/RPVjrEzcHk
🇮🇱🇺🇸 PROTESTERS IN NYC CALL FOR IMMEDIATE HOSTAGE DEAL More than 7,000 people, including former Israeli PM Naftali Bennett, gathered outside the United Nations HQ in New York, demanding Netanyahu strike a deal for the release of the hostages Hamas still holds. Har, one of the… https://t.co/Jhsyy6M7sG
Tens of thousands gathered outside the Knesset for a rally supporting the hostages Sunday night, exactly six months after they were kidnapped by Hamas and taken to Gaza on October 7. https://t.co/QqSxDSO39A
'Stay strong!' Thousands rally for Gaza hostages in Jerusalem https://t.co/TvbSwbHLXW
Thousands of protesters rallied in Jerusalem demanding the release of around 130 hostages still held in Gaza after six months of Israel's war against Hamas https://t.co/ylxVRuwJ6V https://t.co/XdgbZ3xcO5
The families of four hostages still held by Hamas in Gaza marked a somber milestone on Sunday, exactly six months from the day the Palestinian militant group invaded southern Israel to kidnap some 240 people. https://t.co/YiyK3nT4k4
Six months into the Israel-Hamas war, protesters in Israel are calling for a hostage deal to release those who have been kept in Hamas captivity since October 7 https://t.co/QgHjCvdnPM
October 7 was the deadliest day in Jewish history since the Holocaust. Hamas murdered over 1,200 Israelis and took over 240 hostages, 134 who remain in Gaza. 6 months later, we must #BringThemHome and Hamas must be defeated.
A rally was held outside the United Nations on Sunday, calling for a deal to release Israeli hostages still being held hostage by Hamas. @HannahKliger reports. https://t.co/sabym1FPj6
As we mark six months of agony since 10/7, I was back in Union Square today with @israelispeaceny — continuing to shout our call for an immediate ceasefire, for the release of every single hostage, for an end to forced mass starvation in Gaza. https://t.co/goHerQKwbv
GRAVE MILESTONE: Six months after the October 7th attacks in Israel, parents of 22-year-old American Omer Neutra, who is currently being held captive in Gaza, desperately plea for the release of the hostages. https://t.co/ZAtekgzgFP https://t.co/xHAxg5Lfhm
New Yorkers gather to rally for hostages in Israel https://t.co/EGO8Doba9h https://t.co/2xnHCs9gKy
My statement on six months since the horrific Hamas terrorist attack: https://t.co/lLxRNvcIKx
I was honored to receive the Distinguished Statesmanship Award from @COJOFlatbush for my efforts supporting Israel and our Jewish communities. Today marks six months since Hamas’ terrorist attack against Israel. We must support our ally and demand all hostages be returned safely. https://t.co/sk1Rfb7JGQ
This family of 4 was taken hostage into Gaza by Palestinian terrorists. 6 months ago. https://t.co/HacRcdx2Ef
One hundred and thirty three people remain kidnapped and imprisoned by the terrorist group Hamas. The horror they have endured over the last six months is unimaginable, and their agony continues. Bring them home. We need to get the hostages finally home to safety. We need the…
It's been 6 months since the deadly Hamas attacks on Oct 7. Yet the Biden admin continues to talk out of both sides of its mouth. To bring home the hostages, Biden should be supporting Israel and putting more pressure on Hamas - not the other way around. https://t.co/NEguhuZ9a1
Six months ago, Iran-backed Hamas unleashed a brutal terrorist attack on Israel. Since then, they have held innocent civilians, including Americans, hostage. As Democrats turn their backs on our ally, I will continue to #standwithIsrael and work to bring our citizens home.
‘It’s hell’ – Families of Israeli hostages call for their release six months on https://t.co/6ugC8we8E1
Thousands of Israelis rally for hostages, marking six months of war https://t.co/MnDX1w0N3a
"We are constantly in fear" The parents and brother of hostage Omer Neutra speak to @jaketapper. Omer has been a hostage in Gaza for six achingly long months. https://t.co/BJeIBQ9mVI
No one of good conscience wants to see innocent #Palestinians caught in the violence between #Israel and #Hamas. But we aren't going to make progress towards a peaceful resolution until ALL of the hostages who were kidnapped on #October7 are freed. #FreeTheHostages https://t.co/4auLSoIFLP
On the 6 month anniversary of Hamas’ attack on Israel, the family of an Israeli-American hostage says: “I can’t believe we’re sitting here six months later and having to experience the terror every day.“ https://t.co/TUBEk1dY7o
It's been six months since Hamas terrorists brutally raped, burned alive, & beheaded 1200 innocent people, including nearly 40 Americans. Still, eight Americans are held hostage — including Edan Alexander, my constituent from Tenafly, New Jersey. We must #BringThemHomeNow https://t.co/LxliAgmZ1J
More than 7,000 people gathered Sunday afternoon near the United Nations Headquarters in New York calling for the return of the remaining 133 hostages in the largest rally outside of Israel to date. https://t.co/CAY9ul8Xox
Pro Israel groups gather across the street from the UN in NYC to mark 6 months of Oct 7th hostages being held and to demand their release https://t.co/SZ0esx9o3V
Six months ago, Hamas took over 250 Israelis hostage. Today, over 100 people are still held hostage, with their families not knowing whether their loved ones are alive. It’s time to #BringBackTheHostages, and I will wear blue every Wednesday until we bring them home! https://t.co/zVjEAPjlyf
⚠️ THOUSANDS OF ISRAELIS RALLY FOR HOSTAGES, MARKING SIX MONTHS OF WAR Full Story → https://t.co/hJF2I31Ha1 https://t.co/kZmV6BmwhH
Today marks six months since 9-month-old Kfir Bibas was abducted into the Gaza Strip. Last seen being manhandled by terrorists to Kataeb Al-Mujahidin terror post in Khan Yunis. A hostage for six months. If Hamas killed him, that only magnifies the horror. 🎗️💔 https://t.co/0MeRYdHmaH
Six months since the brutal October 7 attack in Israel, the Israeli-American family the Neutras talk about their son and brother, Omer, who is still held hostage by Hamas: 'I can't believe we're sitting here six months later' https://t.co/LTBAnwPXl9
#WATCH | Israel: 'Bring Them Home Now'- billboard & wall graffiti seen in Tel Aviv for the hostages of Israel- Hamas war. Six months have passed since the Hamas terror group attacked Israel. 134 hostages are still in Hamas’s captivity. https://t.co/UzL8XJmL5O
Today marks 6 months since brutal Hamas terrorists attacked Israel, and to this day, they continue to hold hostages, including Americans. Montana continues to stand with Israel. The Israeli flag will continue to stand outside my office until all hostages are home. https://t.co/2B26FG6ifl
Speaking today at the Hostages and Missing Families Forum in NYC. Six months ago, Hamas terrorists committed unspeakable atrocities in Israel. We must remain committed to supporting our strongest ally in the region, Israel. #StandWithIsrael 🇺🇸🇮🇱 https://t.co/WTkiXBToRo
Six months ago today, Israelis suffered unspeakable violence and terror. Today, of all days, Washington must be united in our support for our great ally as they fight for their sovereignty and right to exist. https://t.co/FbHYBxfqYH
It has been six months since the horrific Hamas-led attack on Israel. We start this mournful, devastating day at the Hostages and Missing Families Forum rally, supported by over 100 organizations, synagogues, and schools. We unite around one message: the hostages must come home. https://t.co/inAyTwW0IW
My statement on 6mo of war between Israel & Hamas 1/Six months ago today the world awoke to the news of the barbaric Hamas attack on Israel. More than 1200 people were murdered, including at least 32 Americans, many tortured and raped, many of the bodies then mutilated & burned.
Speaking today at the Hostages and Missing Families Forum in NYC. Six months ago, Hamas terrorists committed unspeakable atrocities in Israel. We must remain committed to supporting our strongest ally, Israel. #StandWithIsrael 🇺🇸🇮🇱 https://t.co/sLNmfnTNHZ
LIVE UPDATES: Thousands gather at N.Y.C. hostage rally, chanting "Bring them home-now!" https://t.co/wBpPQuQ1H4 https://t.co/hR4iOiX5E5
6 Months On, Hamas Attack Survivor Waits For Captive Boyfriend's Release https://t.co/kANFXZSgZa https://t.co/AXzfgDI4AA
Today marks six months since Hamas’ brutal attack on Israel. We stand firm in our support for Israel's right to defend itself and reaffirm our unwavering commitment to eradicating Hamas and bringing home every single hostage. https://t.co/6dZNY2eRGn
6 months ago TODAY, Long Island's own Omer Neutra was kidnapped by Hamas terrorists, and is one of 133 remaining hostages held captive in Gaza. #BringThemHome https://t.co/ke3jv2pYP7
6 months ago today! Don't ever forget how this started. Israel will not waiver, we will not stop, until Hamas is defeated and every single one of the hostages, our loved ones, return! https://t.co/9ilTpIIJaf