Keith, Yarden and Ofer are Home

The past 2 weeks have been bitter-sweet, while watching our hostages return home and reunite with their families brings a breath of fresh air - it is a stark reminder that there are many that remain in the cruel hands of the Hamas terrorist organization.

From the moment Hamas launched its barbaric attack on October 7th, we have remained committed to one mission—bringing every hostage home.

Today, we welcome back three more hostages—Keith Samuel Siegal (65), Yarden Bibas (35), and Ofer Kalderon (54)—each of whom endured 484 days of captivity and unimaginable hardships are finally at home with their families, after 15 months of captivity.

Keith Samuel Siegal (65), Israeli-American citizen

Keith was abducted from his home in Kibbutz Kfar Aza, together with his wife Aviva. Aviva was released from captivity in November 2023 - and has been waiting to be reunited with Keith ever since. Today she will finally be able to hug him.

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Yarden Bibas (35)

Yarden Bibas was abducted from his home in Kibbutz Nir Oz. His wife, Shiri, and their children, Ariel (5) and Kfir (2), were kidnapped separately. Shiri, Ariel and Kfir are still held captive in Gaza.

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Ofer Kalderon (54), Israeli-French citizen

Ofer was abducted from his home in Kibbutz Nir Oz, along with his two children,  Sahar and Erez, who were also returned from captivity in November 2023. At last, he will be home with his loved ones.

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As always I salute and embrace the returning hostages and their families.

Again, I would like to mention the brave soldiers, who gave their lives and those who were injured to ensure that these moments continue to be possible.

We cannot and will not forget for a moment, the 79 hostages that remain in Hamas captivity

Our mission is not over until every single hostage comes home.

Until they’re all back,
LTC Nadav Shoshani