Twenty Israeli hostages returned home on after two years in Gaza. Matan Zangauker, 25, hugged his mother Einav at the border. The hostages were taken during Hamas attacks. Families celebrated in Tel Aviv's Hostages Square. The Red Cross helped with the handover. Helicopters flew the freed hostages to hospitals. Israel released 250 Palestinian prisoners and 1,700 Gaza detainees in exchange. Four bodies of deceased hostages were also returned. Families of those still missing continue to wait. The deal was part of Donald Trump's peace plan. (Updated 13 Oct 2025, 22:24 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Twenty Israeli hostages returned home on after two years in Gaza
- Matan Zangauker, 25, hugged his mother Einav at the border
- The hostages were taken during Hamas attacks