The Latest Breaking News from Alon Ohel

Overwhelming emotions for Israeli hostages finally reunited with their families after more than 730 days in captivity

The 20 living hostages were returned to Israel on Monday under a ceasefire agreement with Hamas, as James C. Reynolds and Nicole Wootton-Cane report

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2025

From a hilltop village and across Israel: Tears of joy as the living hostages are returned

Across Israel, it's a day of joy and tears with families, loved ones and friends waiting anxiously as Hamas began releasing the last living hostages held captive for over two years in the Gaza Strip

The Independent UK · Oct 13, 2025

Who are the final 20 living hostages to have been freed from Gaza?

Ceasefire deal ends more than 700 days of captivity for those taken during attacks of 7 October 2023

The Guardian - UK · Oct 11, 2025

Relatives of Israeli hostages are terrified as the Gaza ceasefire teeters

Families of the hostages in Gaza are struggling to maintain hope as the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hamas seems increasingly at risk of falling apart

The Independent UK · Feb 12, 2025

Israeli Hostage Alon Ohel Kidnapped Alive At Nova Festival

A family's ordeal unfolds as Alon Ohel is kidnapped at a music festival in Israel, prompting a heartfelt plea for help and highlighting his love for music ...

Top News · Oct 7, 2024

Photos of life in war: Palestinians flee south in Gaza, Israel mourns dead soldiers

Last week, Israel saw its deadliest day during its war with Hamas, and displaced Palestinians fled Khan Younis and headed toward a flooded Rafah, where shelter and resources remain scarce.

WEKU · Jan 29, 2024

Her son was taken by Hamas. She threw him a concert in the hopes he could hear it

Alon Ohel was taken in the early hours of Oct. 7. He is a talented pianist, and his mother believes that music can keep them connected: "It's not the hearing — it's the vibe, it's the energy."

WEKU · Jan 27, 2024