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Who are the 256 hostages?
252 hostages were taken on October 7th, in addition to the 4 that were previously there. 256 friends, family members, and loved ones that we are fighting for every day to come back home.
89 Captive & Presumed Alive
39 Captive & Deceased
Amiram Cooper | 84 | Israeli | A former pioneer, farmer, financial manager, writer, and composer | |
Aryeh Zalmanovich | 85 | Israeli | Man of calloused hands and work clothes | |
Asaf Hamami | 40 | Israeli | IDF Colonel, Commander in the Southern Brigade | |
Aviv Atzili | 49 | Israeli | Skilled artist who specialized in drawing and metalwork | |
Daniel Perez | 22 | South African-Israeli | Passionate about extreme sports, like wakeboarding | |
Dror Or | 48 | Israeli | Loves good food, basketball, and traveling the world | |
Eitan Levy | 52 | Israeli | Loves animals and has a heart of gold | |
Eliyahu Margalit | 75 | Israeli | Had a deep love for horses, dogs, cattle, and sheep | |
Gadi Haggai | 73 | American-Israeli | Soulful musician and flutist, known for his culinary skills | |
Guy Iluz | 26 | Israeli | Lived and breathed music from a young age | |
Hadar Goldin | 23 | Israeli | Hobbies: Painting and Graphic Art | |
Ilan Weiss | 56 | Hungarian-Israeli | Passionate about working outdoors and with nature | |
Inbar Haiman | 27 | Israeli | Visual communications student | |
Itay Chen | 19 | American-Israeli | Los Angeles Lakers and New York Mets fan | |
Itay Svirsky | 38 | German-Israeli | Studied philosophy and psychology, and was a personal and Satya coach | |
Joshua Mollel | 21 | Tanzanian | Going to Israel was his first time traveling abroad | |
Judith (Judy) Weinstein | 70 | American-Canadian -Israeli | Retired special needs teacher | |
Lior Rudaeff | 61 | Argentinian-Israeli | Member of the Kibbutz Nir Yitzhak emergency response team | |
Manny Goddard | 73 | Israeli | Former professional soccer player in the 1970s | |
Mohammad Alatrash | 40 | Israeli | Father of 13 children, including a baby less than 6 months old | |
Ofra Keidar | 70 | Israeli | Hobbies: Exercising, Gardening, Swimming, and Animals | |
Oron Shaul | 20 | Israeli | Embodied kindness, humility, and was always helping others | |
Oz Daniel | 19 | Israeli | Gifted guitarist who believe in the power of music to change the world | |
Ran Guili | 24 | Israeli | Hobbies: Motorcycles, Guitar, History | |
Ronen Engel | 54 | Israeli | Photographer, motorcycle enthusiast, and medical technician | |
Sahar Baruch | 24 | Israeli | Planned Engineering student who loved Anime and Chess | |
Shaked Dahan | 19 | Israeli | Hobbies: Guitar and Soccer | |
Shay Levinson | 19 | Israeli | An example of the spirit of peace and coexistence with the Arab community | |
Sonthaya Oakkharasr | 30 | Thai | Field hand worker and the father of a 7-year-old daughter | |
Sudthisak Rinthalak | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Tal Chaimi | 41 | Romanian-Israeli | Always has a Leatherman in his pocket, and has a knack for fixing things | |
Tamir Adar | 38 | Israeli | Farmer and community leader focusing on youth development | |
Uriel Baruch | 34 | Israeli | A true optimist who believed in seizing every moment in life | |
Yair Yaakov | 59 | Israeli | A family man who was the oldest of his siblings, and is a father to 3 | |
Yonatan Samerano | 21 | Israeli | Loves to create, produce, and most of all, fill the room with joy | |
Yossi Sharabi | 53 | Israeli | An avid soccer supporter of Manchester United and Real Madrid |
112 Redeemed & Alive
Abigail Edan | 3 | American-Israeli | The youngest of 3 siblings | |
Ada Sagi | 75 | Israeli | Educator, mother of 3, and grandmother of 6 | |
Adi Shoham | 38 | German-Israeli | Psychologist and a mother of 2 | |
Adina Moshe | 72 | Israeli | Mother of 4 and a grandmother of 12 | |
Agam Goldstein-Almog | 17 | Israeli | Outstanding student who loves studying literature and philosophy | |
Aisha Ziadna | 17 | Israeli | Engaged and plans to get married | |
Alma Or | 13 | Israeli | Sociable and sportive, a volleyball player and kindergarten worker | |
Almog Meir Jan | 21 | Israeli | Was supposed to start his dream job at a high-tech company | |
Amit Shani | 15 | Israeli | Hobbies include: Guitar, film studies, surfing, skateboarding | |
Amit Soussana | 40 | Israeli | Lawyer specializing in civil and commercial law | |
Andrey Kozlov | 27 | Russian-Israeli | A graphic designer and cook | |
Anucha Angakaew | 28 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Aviv Asher | 2 | German-Israeli | Loves to draw and pretend cooking with her sister | |
Aviva Siegel | 62 | South African-Israeli | Kindergarten teacher, mother of 4, and grandmother of 5 | |
Bancha Kongmanee | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Bilal Ziadna | 18 | Israeli | Loves animals, and has a pet horse and dog | |
Boonthom Phankhong | 45 | Thai | Recently got married, and is the youngest of 9 siblings | |
Buddee Saengboon | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Chalermchai Sangkaew | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Channa Peri | 79 | South African - Israeli | Enjoys tending to her garden and practicing Tai Chi | |
Chen Goldstein-Almog | 48 | Israeli | Social worker who is the definition of a wonder woman | |
Clara Marman | 63 | Argentinian-Israeli | Excellent baker, mother of 2, and grandmother of 3 | |
Dafna Elyakim | 15 | Israeli | Wonderful singer who is talented in everything related to arts and crafts | |
Danielle Aloni | 44 | Israeli | Devoted single mother of her daughter, Emilia | |
Ditza Heiman | 84 | Israeli | Retired caregiver, social worker, and welfare officer | |
Doron Katz Asher | 34 | German-Israeli | The Queen of baking at home, known for her lemon cream cheesecake | |
Eitan Yahalomi | 12 | French-Israeli | Loves fantasy novels, soccer, and is a talented student | |
Ella Elyakim | 8 | Israeli | From the moment she learned to stand she hasn't stopped dancing | |
Elma Avraham | 84 | Israeli | Optimistic, warm-hearted, and open | |
Emilia Aloni | 5 | Israeli | Loves cooking, making puzzles, and dressing up | |
Emily Hand | 8 | Irish-Israeli | Hobbies: Brazilian dance, sports, piano, and soon guitar | |
Emma Cunio | 3 | Argentinian-Israeli | A "tomboy" who loves sports and physical activity | |
Erez Calderon | 11 | French-Israeli | Hobbies: Trumpet, animals, cycling, soccer, and comedy | |
Fernando Marman | 60 | Argentinian-Israeli | Has golden hands. Anything he touches, he knows how to fix | |
Gabriela Leimberg | 59 | Argentinian-Israeli | Social psychologist who gives her entire soul to her work | |
Gal Goldstein-Almog | 11 | Israeli | Soccer and basketball fan that can name any player or stat | |
Gali Tarshanksy | 13 | Israeli | Volleyball player who loves animals, Marvel movies, and baking | |
Gelienor Pacheco | 37 | Filipino | Devoted caregiver and a father of 3 | |
Hagar Brodetz | 40 | Israeli | A true rock music fan and a mother of 3 | |
Hanna Katzir | 77 | Israeli | Dedicated community member and mother of 3 | |
Hila Rotem Shoshani | 12 | Israeli | Embodies resilience and courage | |
Ilana Gritzewsky | 30 | Mexican-Israeli | Natural baker and always the first to help loved ones | |
Irena Tati | 73 | Russian-Israeli | Lifelong pediatrician, mother, and grandmother | |
Itay Regev | 18 | Israeli | Talented soccer player who enjoys surfing and good times | |
Juckapan Sikena | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Judith Raanan | 59 | American-Israeli | Talented artist who paints in bold and vibrant colors | |
Kaid Farhan al-Qadi | 53 | Israeli | Married and a father of 11 children | |
Karina Engel-Bart | 51 | Argentinian-Israeli | Embodies the essence of a lioness | |
Keren Munder | 54 | Israeli | Special Education teacher and Youth Volleyball coach | |
Komkrit Chombua | 28 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Kong Saelao | 26 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Liam Or | 18 | Israeli | Talented chess player and soccer enthusiast | |
Liat Atzili | 49 | American-Israeli | History teacher and tour guide | |
Luis Har | 70 | Argentinian-Israeli | Hobbies: Folk dancing, baking, and cooking | |
Manee Jirachart | 29 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Margalit Moses | 78 | German-Israeli | Mother, grandmother, educator, and volunteer | |
Maya Regev | 21 | Israeli | Natural leader brimming with a zest for life | |
Meirav Tal | 53 | Israeli | Clothing boutique manager and mother of 2 | |
Mia Leimberg | 17 | Argentinian-Israeli | Standout student passionate about music and singing | |
Mia Schem | 21 | French-Israeli | Artist and Tattooist who is the heart of her family | |
Mika Engel | 18 | Argentinian-Israeli | Special needs volunteer who has a special bond with animals | |
Mongkhol Pajuabboon | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Moran Stella Yanai | 40 | Israeli | Talented jewelry designer and a free spirit | |
Natalie Raanan | 17 | American-Israeli | Pursuing interests in fashion and interior design | |
Nattaporn Onkaew | 26 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Natthawaree Moonkan | 35 | Thai | Mother of 2 and an only child | |
Naveh Shoham | 8 | German-Israeli | Hobbies: extreme climbing, trampoline jumping, soccer | |
Nili Margalit | 41 | Israeli | Childrens nurse and a huge fan of live concerts | |
Noa Argamani | 26 | Israeli | Ambitious student seeking an engineering degree | |
Noam Avigdori | 12 | Israeli | A scout with a highly developed sense of humor | |
Noam Or | 17 | Israeli | Responsible, friendly, and usually surrounded by friends | |
Noga Weiss | 18 | Israeli | Enjoys playing volleyball and mentoring children | |
Noralin Babadilla | 60 | Filipino-Israeli | Hobbies: Travel, dancing, and gardening | |
Nurit Cooper | 79 | Israeli | Founding member of Kibbutz Nir Oz, mother to 3, and grandmother to 9 | |
Ofelia Roitman | 77 | Argentinian-Israeli | Educator, volunteer, mother, and grandmother | |
Ofir Engel | 17 | Dutch-Israeli | Older brother and a skilled basketball player | |
Ofri Brodetz | 10 | Israeli | Hobbies: rollerblading, guitar, and soccer | |
Ohad Munder | 9 | Israeli | Rubik's cube champion and skilled chess player | |
Or Yaakov | 16 | German-Israeli | Excellent student, gym enthusiast, and avid gamer | |
Ori Megidish | 19 | Israeli | Special needs volunteer who is always smiling | |
Oriya Brodetz | 4 | Israeli | Will always have both the first and last word | |
Owat Suriyasri | 40 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Sisaket, Thailand | |
Paiboon Rattanin | 42 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Pattanayut Tonsakree | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Phonsawan Pinakalo | 30 | Thai | Known as 'Moo' by his friends, who moved to Israel 5 years ago with big dreams | |
Raaya Rotem | 54 | Israeli | Strong and devoted mother to her daughter | |
Raz Asher | 4 | German-Israeli | Tiny ball of energy who loves to draw and pretend cook | |
Raz Ben-Ami | 57 | German-Israeli | Artist who works on: painting, fimo jewelry, and beaded necklaces | |
Rimon Kirsht Buchstav | 36 | Israeli | Passionate about gardening, alternative medicine, and volunteer work | |
Roni Krivoi | 25 | Russian-Israeli | Sound engineer who is restless and adventurous | |
Ruti Munder | 78 | Israeli | Librarian, tailor, mother of 2, and grandmother of 1 | |
Sahar Calderon | 16 | French-Israeli | Interests: Korean pop, bass guitar, drawing, and sculpting | |
Santi Boonphrom | NA | Thai | Field hand whose favorite dish is canned fish stir-fry | |
Sapir Cohen | 29 | Israeli | The second of four siblings | |
Shani Goren | 29 | Uruguayan-Israeli | The vibrant heart of her community | |
Sharon Avigdori | 52 | Israeli | Emotional therapist with a huge heart | |
Sharon Alony Cunio | 34 | Argentinian-Israeli | Mother to 2, and 1 of 3 siblings | |
Shiri Weiss | 53 | Israeli | Accountant and mother of 3 daughters | |
Shlomi Ziv | 40 | Israeli | Recently embarked on a new career path in interior design | |
Shoshan Haran | 67 | Israeli | Founder of the non-profit organization "Fair Planet" | |
Surin Kesungnoen | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Tal Goldstein-Almog | 9 | Israeli | Passionate basketball player and the youngest of 4 | |
Tamar Metzger | 78 | Israeli | Hobbies: books, telenovelas, and crossword puzzles | |
Uthai Sangnuan | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Uthai Thunsri | NA | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Wichai Kalapat | 28 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Wichian Temthon | 37 | Thai | Husband and father of 2 | |
Withoon Phumee | 33 | Thai | Field hand working to support his family back in Thailand | |
Yaffa Adar | 85 | Israeli | Mother of 3, grandmother of 8, and great-grandmother of 7 | |
Yagil Yaakov | 12 | German-Israeli | The class clown, always making everyone crack up | |
Yahel Shoham | 3 | German-Israeli | Loves singing and listening to music | |
Yarden Roman-Gat | 35 | German-Israeli | Physiotherapist, mountain climber, and painter | |
Yelena Troufanov | 50 | Russian-Israeli | Mother to her only son, Sasha | |
Yocheved Lifshitz | 85 | Israeli | Former physical education teacher turned photographer | |
Yuli Cunio | 3 | Argentinian-Israeli | A true kibbutz girl who prefers trucks over dolls | |
Yuval Brodetz | 8 | Israeli | Smart and inquisitive, and always investigating | |
Yuval Engel | 11 | Argentinian-Israeli | Hobbies: horse riding, hiking, and swimming |
16 Redeemed & Deceased
Alexander Dancyg | 75 | Polish-Israeli | Was a Holocaust educator | |
Alexander Lobanov | 32 | Russian-Israeli | His second son was born while he has been in captivity | |
Almog Sarusi | 26 | Israeli | Has a profound love for nature and people | |
Alon Shamriz | 26 | Israeli | Was supposed to start as a student of data engineering | |
Amit Buskilla | 27 | Israeli | A fashion stylist and a talented cook | |
Avraham Munder | 78 | Israeli | Embodies kindness, gentleness, and a quiet strength | |
Carmel Gat | 39 | Israeli | Led yoga and meditation sessions to help others cope with captivity | |
Chaim Peri | 79 | Israeli | Filmmaker, storyteller, educator, writer, and sculptor | |
Eden Zakaria | 27 | Israeli | A true flower child who believed in peace | |
Elad Katzir | 47 | Israeli | A man of the soil, and an active community member | |
Elia Toledano | 27 | French-Israeli | Has a smile that never leaves his face | |
Hanan Yablonka | 42 | Israeli | Father of 2, aged 12 and 9 | |
Hersh Goldberg-Polin | 23 | American-Israeli | Enjoys trance-music festivals and supporting Hapoel Jerusalem | |
Itzik Gelerenter | 56 | Israeli | Specializes in house construction, and is known as "the concrete man" | |
Kiril Brodski | 19 | Israeli | IDF Soldier, Sergeant in an Infantry Brigade | |
Maya Goren | 56 | Israeli | Hobbies: Carpentry, Chocolate Making | |
Michel Nisenbaum | 59 | Brazilian-Israeli | Recently started a new career as a tour guide | |
Nadav Popplewell | 51 | British-Israeli | Passionate about literature, particularly science fiction | |
Nick Beiser | 19 | Israeli | Talented handyman who loved to cook | |
Noa Marciano | 19 | Israeli | Loved the saying "Smile as if every day is your last" | |
Ofir Tzarfati | 27 | French-Israeli | Funny, outgoing, warm-hearted, and kind | |
Oren Goldin | 33 | Israeli | Husband, brother, and father to 2-year-old twin boys | |
Ori Danino | 24 | Israeli | Supposed to start studying for his bachelor's degree and move in with his fiancee | |
Orion Hernandez Radoux | 30 | Mexican-French | Music producer known for his global festival work | |
Ravid Katz | 51 | Israeli | Youth worker and father to 3 | |
Ron Benjamin | 53 | Israeli | Husband and father to 2 children | |
Ron Sherman | 19 | Argentinian-Israeli | Aspired to pursue a profession in law or engineering | |
Samar Talalka | 24 | Israeli | Planned to get married this summer | |
Shani Louk | 22 | German-Israeli | A free-spirited artist and pacifist | |
Tomer Yaakov-Achimas | 20 | Israeli | His Fridays were reserved for soccer matches with friends | |
Yagev Buchshtav | 34 | Israeli | Main hobby was building unconventional musical instruments | |
Yehudit Weiss | 65 | Israeli | A loving mother to 5 children | |
Yoram Metzger | 80 | Israeli | History enthusiast who enjoys cooking and good wine | |
Yotam Haim | 28 | Israeli | Gifted drummer dedicated to heavy metal | |
Ziv Dado | 36 | Israeli | Logistics supervisor in the Golani Brigade's 51st Battalion |
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