Aviva Siegel, an Israeli woman who was held hostage by Hamas for over 50 days, is determined to continue advocating for the release of her husband, Keith, and other hostages. She described the harsh conditions she endured in the tunnels under the Gaza Strip, including starvation and lack of oxygen. She is part of a group of families whose loved ones were taken captive by Hamas.
Despite the difficult circumstances, Aviva Siegel and the other families are speaking out to bring attention to the hostages’ plight. They are calling for increased protections for civilians in the conflict, and are pleading for de-escalation and negotiations for the release of the hostages.
The families are also dealing with the devastating news that some of their loved ones are believed to have been killed on Oct. 7 and their bodies are being held in Gaza. Despite this, some families are still holding out hope that their missing family members may still be alive.
As Jewish people around the world prepare to observe Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year, the families of the hostages are struggling to find joy in the upcoming holiday. Aviva Siegel expressed her heartbreak at the idea of celebrating without her husband. The families continue to advocate for the safe return of their loved ones, refusing to give up on bringing them home.
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