The mother of Daniella Gilboa, one of the hostages freed from Hamas captivity, revealed that she always believed the terror group’s claims about her daughter’s death were part of a “cruel game.”
Daniella, who had been reported dead in an Israeli airstrike, was seen alive on Saturday, walking out of Gaza with a smile alongside her fellow IDF observers.
A Mother’s Relief as Her Daughter Returns from Captivity
Orly Gilboa, Daniella’s mother, expressed her deep gratitude to the Israeli public for supporting her family during the painful ordeal.
She thanked everyone who had held on to hope that Daniella was alive, despite the false reports circulated by Hamas.
Orly shared that Daniella had seen the efforts made by her family to bring her back and was aware of the spiritual protection her name change had provided her during captivity.
Daniella Gilboa and Fellow Hostages Begin Their Recovery Journey
After spending over a year in captivity, Daniella Gilboa, Naama Levy, Liri Albag, and Karina Ariev were finally freed.
The group of young women, who had been unarmed border observers, faced a challenging road to recovery, both physically and emotionally.
Daniella, still carrying a bullet in her leg from the October 7 attack, and her fellow hostages are under careful medical care as doctors begin tailored treatment plans for them.
Tales of Survival Amidst Brutal Conditions
The release of these hostages follows a long and harrowing ordeal, which included being held in tunnels underground for months.
While in captivity, they survived on minimal food and endured squalid conditions.
Despite these hardships, the freed hostages have shown remarkable resilience, and their families are hopeful that their strength will carry them through the difficult recovery process ahead.
Medical Team Faces Unique Challenges in Treating Released Hostages
Dr. Michal Steinman, a director at Beilinson and Sharon Hospitals overseeing the hostages’ recovery, expressed cautious optimism about their physical health, though the mental and emotional scars from their prolonged captivity will take longer to heal.
The medical team is also concerned about potential drug use during their time in captivity and has begun conducting tests to ensure the women are not suffering from lingering effects of toxins.
Heartwarming Reunions and Symbolic Gestures of Resilience
The emotional reunions of the hostages with their families have brought some sense of relief.
During their release, the young women made symbolic gestures of defiance and hope.
Liri Albag, for example, made a heart shape with her hands, which was a meaningful gesture for her family.
Their strength and determination in the face of adversity continue to inspire all who follow their journey.
Support from Public Figures and Ongoing Advocacy for Hostage Recovery
In a show of support for the hostages, former President Donald Trump was thanked by Daniella’s mother, Orly, for his continued efforts in advocating for the safe return of hostages.
As the families of the hostages heal, they remain grateful for the international attention that their loved ones’ plight has garnered, helping to bring them back home after a long and painful separation.
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