Israel Vows Action After Released Hostages Found Emaciated

Three Israeli hostages, Ohad Ben Ami, Eli Sharabi, and Or Levy, were released by Hamas in severely malnourished conditions, sparking outrage in Israel. The release was part of an ongoing ceasefire deal, but the hostages' emaciated appearance drew comparisons to Nazi death camp survivors, with Israeli officials calling it a 'crime against humanity.' Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who was in Washington at the time, ordered 'appropriate action' in response to the disturbing images. President Isaac Herzog condemned the exploitation of the hostages in their release ceremony, emphasizing the need for the continuation of the hostage deal. The Hostages and Missing Families Forum demanded immediate action to secure the return of the remaining hostages, estimated at 76. The emotional scenes in Tel Aviv reflected both horror and relief as the community rallied around the freed captives.