Female IDF hostages enjoy concert at Israeli hospital after release from Hamas captivity

nypost.com February 4, 2025, 08:00 PM UTC

Five female Israeli soldiers recently freed from Hamas captivity enjoyed a concert at Beilinson Hospital in Petah Tikva. The event featured a live orchestra playing songs, including Leonard Cohen’s “Hallelujah,” and celebrated Liri Albag’s 20th birthday. The soldiers, who were held for 15 months, were abducted during the October 7 attack on their base. They were released in a hostage exchange last month, with one soldier freed the following week. All five soldiers are expected to leave the hospital on Wednesday to return home with their families. Since the cease-fire began, 13 Israelis and five Thais have been released, with more hostages expected to be freed soon.


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