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IDF Captain Released After Hamas Abduction, Celebrates in Uniform

10/23/2025

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Maxim Herkin, a captain in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reserves, was abducted by Hamas from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023.
He was released last week.
Herkin attended a ceremony for outstanding soldiers in his unit, wearing his uniform for the first time in over two years.
He served in the IDF's Transportation Center, responsible for military transport, during his mandatory service and reserves.

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Story summary

Maxim Herkin, a captain in the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) reserves, was abducted by Hamas from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023.
He was released last week.
Herkin attended a ceremony for outstanding soldiers in his unit, wearing his uniform for the first time in over two years.
He served in the IDF's Transportation Center, responsible for military transport, during his mandatory service and reserves.