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Hope Rises for Avinatan Or After 523 Days Captive

3/13/2025

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After 523 long days in captivity, hope flickers for Avinatan Or, 32, as the Israeli Defense Forces confirm a sign of life. Released hostages brought back a heartfelt letter from Or, shedding light on his condition. Meanwhile, his girlfriend, Noa Argamani, was rescued in a prior operation, fueling the fight for his freedom.

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After 523 long days in captivity, hope flickers for Avinatan Or, 32, as the Israeli Defense Forces confirm a sign of life. Released hostages brought back a heartfelt letter from Or, shedding light on his condition. Meanwhile, his girlfriend, Noa Argamani, was rescued in a prior operation, fueling the fight for his freedom.