The father of one of the Israeli hostages who was kidnapped on October 7 and died in Hamas captivity expressed his sentiments regarding the Gaza deal, stating that it comes too late for his son. Michael Illouz, the father of Guy Illouz who was kidnapped during the Nova music festival, spoke at an event in Tel Aviv alongside other members of the Hostages and Missing Families Forum.
Illouz mentioned that while the deal may not save his son's life, it could bring him back home for a proper burial. He welcomed the agreement with a mix of emotions, expressing joy for every hostage saved and every life preserved.