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Female soldier defied Hamas, refusing to leave fellow hostage behind

During Hamas' selection of 4 out of the 5 IDF observers for release, a dramatic confrontation erupted between one of the hostages and their captors.

by  ILH Staff
Published on  01-27-2025 14:00
Last modified: 01-27-2025 14:57
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IDF observer Agam Berger, who remains in Hamas captivity | Photo: Courtesy

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New details obtained by Israel Hayom reveal the remarkable courage and unbreakable bonds displayed by the female IDF observers during their captivity under unimaginable conditions. Sources involved in the release of Liri Albag (19), Daniella Gilboa (20), Naama Levy (20), and Karina Ariev (20) have disclosed a profound incident that illuminates the intense loyalty between the hostages until their final moments in Hamas captivity.

While Israeli officials remained uncertain about which of the five observers would be released last Saturday, a dramatic scene unfolded as Hamas selected the four young women. When it became clear that Agam Berger (20) would remain in Gaza until the next phase of the hostage release deal, one of her fellow soldiers took a brave stand – grabbing Agam's hand, confronting the captors, and declaring she would remain behind with her friend.

Four released IDF observers who were held hostage by Hamas since Oct. 7, 2023. Photo credit: IDF

According to sources familiar with the release details, the observer scheduled for release firmly held onto Agam's hand, steadfastly refusing to abandon her companion. Only when the captors forced her to comply with their predetermined release plan did she reluctantly leave her friend behind until the next phase, expected this Saturday. She departed with the hope that Agam would soon return to her family and reunite with her friends in Israel to begin their collective journey of healing from their Gaza ordeal.

The situation continues to evolve as Hamas violates the ceasefire agreement terms while Israel maintains its firm stance on implementation. The next phase is expected to secure the release of Arbel Yehoud (29) in the coming days, followed by another phase on Saturday that should finally bring the fifth IDF observer – Agam Berger – home to freedom.

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