Survivors of Hamas festival attack express relief as Israeli hostages head home

Survivors of Hamas Festival Attack Express Relief

Six people who survived the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack in Israel expressed relief and solidarity with the 20 Israeli hostages released on Monday.

A group of survivors is currently in Boston with a traveling exhibition about the attack, and they shared their feelings of relief as the last living hostages were freed.

The United Nations accused Israel of committing genocide in Gaza last month, with the nation's response to Hamas' attack resulting in the deaths of more than 67,800 Palestinians, according to Gaza's Health Ministry.

Palestinians and Israelis returning home were greeted by cheering crowds and hugs from loved ones, as reported by NPR.

Author's summary: Survivors of Hamas attack express relief as hostages are released.

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WBUR WBUR — 2025-10-14

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