Aviva Siegel, a former hostage of Hamas for 51 days, shares her harrowing experience and advocates for the release of hostages. The podcast discusses her emotional journey, the trauma of captivity, and the family's anguish in Gaza. It highlights the yearning for peace and reunion with loved ones amidst conflict.
Aviva shares her experience of captivity and advocates for the release of her husband and other hostages.
Aviva highlights the mistreatment and uncertainty faced by hostages, emphasizing the importance of peace and ceasefire.
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Captivity and Advocacy for Hostages
Palestinian fighters broke out of the Gaza Strip, resulting in Israeli communities being attacked, leading to casualties and hostages, including Aviva Siegel. Aviva, along with her husband Keith, was held captive for 51 days, with Keith still in captivity. Aviva advocates for the release of Keith and other hostages, sharing emotional moments of their separation and hope for his return.
Challenges and Resilience in Captivity
Aviva Siegel recounts harrowing experiences during captivity, including humiliation and mistreatment like being taken into tunnels, deprived of essentials, and witnessing cruelty. She speaks of the uncertainty surrounding Keith's well-being, emphasizing the plight of hostages and the need for peace. Aviva's resilience and advocacy aim for a ceasefire to bring Keith and all hostages home, expressing a deep longing for his safe return.
Aviva Siegel was among the more than 200 Israelis taken hostage by Hamas on October 7th. She was held 51 days before being released. Her husband, Keith, who is a U.S. citizen, is still being held in Gaza. We hear about Aviva Siegel's time in captivity and her advocacy for the release of Keith and the remaining hostages.