Frequently asked questions on ICRC and the hostages held in Gaza
Families of hostages have lived through a nightmare for a year. Children, spouses, siblings, and parents have all waited anxiously, every day, for the release of their loved ones, or at minimum for news of their fate. We want families in Israel and abroad to know that the plight of their loved ones being held hostage is one of our top priorities. We facilitated the releases that took place in November 2023, when 105 hostages were released, and in October 2023, when four hostages were released. We stand
