Israeli Prime Minister’s Office has released a statement from the father of Noa Argamani expressing his gratitude for the rescue of his daughter, who had been held captive since October. He called for the release of the remaining 120 hostages, emphasizing the importance of bringing them back to their families. Noa’s father also shared that his daughter was in good health and that her rescue was a precious birthday gift for him.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz hailed the rescue of four hostages in Gaza as a sign of hope, urging Hamas to release all hostages and end the war. National security advisor Jake Sullivan commended Israeli forces for the rescue operation and stated that the U.S. is supporting efforts to secure the release of the remaining hostages. The Hostages and Missing Families Forum paid tribute to Chief Inspector Arnon Zamora, who tragically lost his life during the rescue mission.
The Israeli Consulate in Russia has been in contact with the parents of rescued hostage Andrey Kozlov, assisting them in traveling to Israel to reunite with their son. President Joe Biden and French President Macron both praised the rescue of the hostages, with Biden emphasizing the importance of bringing all hostages home and reaching a ceasefire in Gaza. However, the ongoing conflict has also resulted in a high number of Palestinian casualties, with over 200 people reported killed in airstrikes in Nuseirat camp.
The heroic rescue operation led to the tragic death of Chief Inspector Arnon Zamora, an Israeli special forces officer who was critically injured during the mission. Israel’s Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant lauded the operation as one of the most courageous and successful endeavors he has witnessed in his years of service. Noa Argamani’s kidnapping and subsequent rescue have garnered international attention, with her ordeal serving as a symbol of the larger hostage crisis in Israel.
Efforts to free Noa from captivity were described as a race against time due to her mother’s terminal illness, with her family relieved and grateful for her safe return. The rescued hostages, including Argamani, Almog Meir Jan, Andrey Kozlov, and Shlomi Ziv, have been transferred to a medical center near Tel Aviv for evaluation. The Israeli Defense Forces, Israel Securities Authority, and Israel Police collaborated to successfully carry out the rescue operation, exemplifying the dedication and bravery of Israeli security forces.
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