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Naama Levy and Eli Albag, Former Israeli Hostages, Cite IDF Attacks Fear and Plan Military Return After Nearly 500 Days Captivity

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Updated May 28, 2025, 08:39 AM

Two Israeli soldiers who were held captive by Hamas in Gaza have shared their experiences and fears during their captivity. Naama Levy, released in January as part of a ceasefire and prisoner exchange deal, revealed that her greatest fear while in captivity was the Israeli Defense Forces' (IDF) attacks on Gaza. She later participated in protests against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government. Another former hostage, Eli Albag, who was held for nearly 500 days, expressed a strong desire to return to military service to confront Hamas.

His father confirmed this intention in an interview with Ynet. Additionally, a tribute was paid to three Israeli soldiers—Ido Appel, Uri Bar Or, and Amir Galilov—who died in battle defending Israel in Gaza approximately one year ago. The accounts highlight the complex and personal impacts of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

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Ex-hostage Liri Elbag wants to resume military service “to settle accounts with Hamas”

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A year ago today, these heroes fell in battle while bravely fighting in Gaza, defending the homeland. Ido Appel (21) Uri Bar Or (21) Amir Galilov (20) May their memory be a blessing.

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This girl, only 20 years old, is an absolute hero! Eli Albag spent almost 500 days in hell, as a hostage of Hamas in Gaza. Now, 'Liri wants to return to IDF, settle scores with her captors', said her father Eli Albag, during an interview with Ynet.