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Former Hostage Reveals Captivity Threats Amid Negotiations

3/8/2025

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On March 8, 2025, Liri Albag, a former hostage, shared harrowing details of her captivity, where her Gazan captors menaced her with threats tied to Israeli politician Ben-Gvir. In a parallel development, Hamas and the U.S. are negotiating the release of American hostages, while the IDF chief prepares to meet with families of soldiers still held in Gaza.

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Story summary

On March 8, 2025, Liri Albag, a former hostage, shared harrowing details of her captivity, where her Gazan captors menaced her with threats tied to Israeli politician Ben-Gvir. In a parallel development, Hamas and the U.S. are negotiating the release of American hostages, while the IDF chief prepares to meet with families of soldiers still held in Gaza.