Hamas terrorists have begun releasing a small number of Israeli hostages into Red Cross custody.
On Monday, Hamas handed over seven Israeli hostages to the Red Cross in Gaza, the first to be released under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire and prisoner-swap agreement.
“According to information provided by the Red Cross, seven hostages have been transferred into their custody, and are on their way to IDF and ISA forces in Gaza,” IDF announced on X.
“The IDF is prepared to receive additional hostages who are expected to be transferred to the Red Cross later on.”
They’re coming home. pic.twitter.com/HsjiXrvIDP
— Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) October 13, 2025
The names of 20 living hostages have also been published by Hamas as part of the first phase of the deal, according to Reuters.
The Israeli government has released the names and photographs of the first hostages being freed by Hamas.
Welcome Home, Eitan Abraham Mor
Eitan Abraham Mor, 25, was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, from the Nova music festival where he worked.
Born and lives in Jerusalem, he is the eldest of Efrat & Tzvika Mor’s 8 children.He is a barista in Jerusalem and has a deep connection to… pic.twitter.com/5yFem2YXEd
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 13, 2025
Welcome Home, Gali Berman
Gali, 28, was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023 from Kibbutz Kfar Aza, as was his twin brother Ziv.
He and Ziv worked as light & sound technicians and often traveled together.
They were very close, almost inseparable but held apart in cruel… pic.twitter.com/YuO1QZ0rgK
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 13, 2025
Welcome Home, Ziv Berman
Ziv, 28, was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023 from Kibbutz Kfar Aza as was his twin brother, Gali.
He and Gali worked together as light and sound technicians, often collaborating on music and event projects.
Ziv and Gali also work on Israel’s… pic.twitter.com/bQnuQ3TEpo
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 13, 2025
Welcome Home, Omri Miran
Omri, 48, from Kibbutz Nahal Oz, was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023 from his home in front of his family.
He is married to Lishay. They have 2 young daughters.
Videos released by Hamas show him in dire conditions, pleading to return home.He is… pic.twitter.com/UYuFsE8a71
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 13, 2025
Welcome Home, Alon Ohel
Alon, 24, was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023 from a bomb shelter at the Nova music festival.
Alon suffered serious injuries, including the loss of vision in one eye. His second eye is also at risk.
Released hostages confirmed Alon was held under… pic.twitter.com/G53OQa8Zhg
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 13, 2025
Welcome Home, Guy Gilboa-Dalal
Guy, 24, was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, 2023 from the Nova music festival, where he and his lifelong friend Evyatar David were kidnapped together.
His brother Gal escaped that morning and became one of his fiercest advocates.
Before his… pic.twitter.com/s10jeJhAuA
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 13, 2025
Welcome Home, Matan Angrest
Matan, 22, was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7 from his tank near Nahal Oz.
Matan is a devoted son and brother to 3 siblings. Known for his kind spirit, determination and love of sports. He once played for Hapoel Haifa’s youth soccer team and is an… pic.twitter.com/QkOjUjVf2e
— Israel ישראל (@Israel) October 13, 2025
