Abigail Edan
Gender: Female
Age when taken: 3
Citizenships: US, Israel
Hostage status: Redeemed alive on November 26th, 2023, during the 7 Day Ceasefire
More about Abigail:
Youngest U.S. citizen held by Hamas
Celebrated her 4th birthday 2 days before her release, on November 24th
Has two older siblings, Michael and Amalya, both of whom survived the attacks by hiding in their closet
Both of her parents, Roy and Smadar Edan, were killed on October 7th
Abigail was in her father’s arms when he was shot dead
She managed to arrive at a neighbors home and was taken captive with the Brodetz Family
Alternate name spelling:
Avigail, Idan
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Primary Sources:
CBS News, Abigail Mor Edan, the 4-year-old American held hostage by Hamas, is now free. Here's what to know, Nov 27, 2023
Ynet, Released hostage Abigail Edan is acting like a 4-year-old again, Dec 20, 2023
The Washington Post, Here are the hostages released by Hamas and those remaining in Gaza, Mar 28, 2024
Hindustan Times, Who is Abigail Edan, 4-year-old American released by Hamas in hostage deal? 5 things to know, Nov 27, 2023
Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Return of hostages, December 01, 2023
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Date Last Updated: April 10th, 2024