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Former Hostage Reveals Escape Plans from Hamas Captivity

1/16/2026

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Ariel Cunio, a former hostage held by Hamas, described daily escape plans during captivity at a media tour in Buenos Aires.
Eight family members were kidnapped on October 7, and Ariel and his brother David were among the longest-held Israeli hostages.
David Cunio was held in Hamas tunnels and met Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during captivity.

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Ariel Cunio, a former hostage held by Hamas, described daily escape plans during captivity at a media tour in Buenos Aires.
Eight family members were kidnapped on October 7, and Ariel and his brother David were among the longest-held Israeli hostages.
David Cunio was held in Hamas tunnels and met Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during captivity.