Conversations With Coleman Deal or No Deal? October 7 Hostage Families Divided
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Sep 1, 2025 Dalia Cusnir-Horn, a passionate activist and sister-in-law of two kidnapped men, shares her relentless advocacy for their release. Tzvika Mor, father of a hostage, argues for a military approach, demanding total victory over Hamas. Talik Gvili, whose son fought against Hamas, echoes the call for military action. The conversation reveals a deep divide among families, highlighting their contrasting philosophies on negotiation versus military strategy in the urgent quest for hostage release during a tense ceasefire negotiation.
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Siblings Kidnapped Into Gaza Tunnels
- Dalia Cusnir-Horn recounts her brothers Yair and Eitan being abducted and beaten by crowds before being taken into Gaza tunnels.
- Yair was later released after 498 days, while Eitan remains captive and their family suffers ongoing trauma.
Released Hostage Is Not Fully Free
- Yair, though freed, refuses to speak about his captivity and struggles with psychological recovery.
- Dalia says Yair is physically free but mentally trapped, fearing harm to Eitan if he speaks out.
Accept Ceasefire To Save Lives Now
- Dalia urges immediate acceptance of the mediated ceasefire deal to save living hostages and recover remains.
- She argues saving lives must take precedence over eliminating Hamas, which she views as ideologically persistent.