For freed Israeli hostages, every moment is now precious

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Former Israeli hostages describe cherishing everyday moments after being released from captivity, where some were held for weeks, months, or years. The article recounts the Hamas-led October 7, 2023 attack, in which 1,200 people were killed and 251 taken hostage in Gaza.

By Shir Torem and Hannah Confino TEL AVIV, Oct 5 (Reuters) - Taken with their children or alone. Held for weeks, months or years. Confined in captors' homes or Hamas tunnels as war raged above them. Israeli former hostages seized on October 7 say they now cherish even the smallest moments of freedom. Hamas' October 7, 2023, attack was Israel's single deadliest day. The militants rampaged through villages, a music festival and army bases, killing 1,200 people and dragging 251 hostages back to Gaza.