The Hamas organization has released a video today (29.03.2025) showing an Israeli hostage, Elkana Bohbot, who was captured on October 7, 2023, during the extremist Palestinian group’s attack in southern Israel. The three-minute video does not specify the exact date it was recorded; however, Bohbot, speaking in Hebrew, repeatedly raises his hands and pleads with the Israeli government to secure his release. According to Israeli media, Bohbot claims he voluntarily requested to send this message to the Israeli government, stating that Hamas did not force him. In the video, he emotionally declares, ‘Don’t you understand? I want to leave here! I miss my wife, my son. Everyone. My family. Take me from here.’ He further appeals to the Israeli government, asking why others have been released while he remains captive. Visibly moved, Bohbot wipes away tears as he emphasizes his desire to be freed in time to celebrate his son’s fifth birthday. He reveals hearing explosions daily and dismisses the idea that the army can rescue hostages through force. The video ends with Bohbot kneeling and pleading for his freedom.
Hamas Releases Emotional Video of Israeli Hostage Elkana Bohbot Begging for Freedom
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