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300 Days of Captivity: Over 100 Hostages, Including 8 Americans, Held by Iran-backed Hamas

Aug 1, 2024, 04:46 AM

As of August 1, 2024, it has been 300 days since Iran-backed Hamas terrorists abducted over 100 civilians, including eight Americans, during the October 7th attack in Israel. The hostages are being held in Gaza, and their families continue to call for their release. Among the hostages are several individuals, including children, who have endured nearly a year in captivity. The eight American hostages include Edan Alexander, Hersh Goldberg-Polin, Keith Siegel, and Omer Neutra. The assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has prompted renewed calls for the Israeli government to leverage recent military successes to secure the release of the 115 captives. The prolonged captivity has been described as a living nightmare for the hostages and their families, who are urging immediate action to bring their loved ones home.