Russians Irina Tatti and Elena Trufanova, who were released from captivity by the Palestinian radical movement Hamas, spoke at a rally in Tel Aviv on December 2 in support of the hostages’ families. This was reported by RIA News.
According to the agency, Elena, her mother Irina, her son Alexander and her daughter-in-law Safir were kidnapped from a kibbutz in southern Israel on October 7. During the Hamas invasion, the Trufanov family lost the head of the family. During the negotiations, in which the Russian Federation played an important role, it was possible to release Irina, Elena and Safir, but Alexander is still held captive.
“I am happy to be here with you today. I want to thank everyone! I am here thanks to your help and support. And now it is necessary to continue to release Sasha and all the hostages. Now!” – Elena said during her speech at the rally.
The action took place in the square in front of the Art Museum and in front of Israeli government offices.
On October 24, a ceasefire was declared in the Gaza Strip and Hamas released 105 people from captivity. Israel and the militants initially agreed to a four-day ceasefire, but the ceasefire lasted seven days.
December 1, press service of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) stated It is about the resumption of operations in the north of the Palestinian region.
Previously reportedIt was stated that a Hamas commander involved in the October 7 attack was killed in Gaza.