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Hostage Twins Gali and Ziv Berman Want to Move On
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Hostage Twins Gali and Ziv Berman Want to Move On

Times of IsraelJan 4
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Key Facts

  • ✓ Gali and Ziv Berman are twin brothers who were held hostage by Hamas.
  • ✓ They described a strange beachside meal set up by Hamas's Gaza leader.
  • ✓ The brothers stated they will not return to Kfar Aza.
  • ✓ They expressed a desire to move on from the misery of their experience.

In This Article

  1. Quick Summary
  2. Details of Captivity
  3. Reunion and Recovery
  4. A Future Away from Kfar Aza
  5. Moving Forward

Quick Summary#

Twin brothers Gali and Ziv Berman, who were held hostage by Hamas, have spoken out in their first major interview since being released. The brothers provided details about their time in captivity, including a specific incident involving a meal set up by Hamas's Gaza leader.

Now fully reunited with their family, the twins have made it clear that they do not intend to return to Kfar Aza. Instead, they are focused on moving forward with their lives. The interview underscores their wish to leave the past behind and escape the trauma associated with their captivity and the events of October 7th.

Details of Captivity#

In their recent interview, Gali and Ziv Berman recounted specific moments from their time as hostages. One notable detail they shared involved a meal arranged by Mohammed Deif, the leader of Hamas in Gaza. The brothers described the setting of this meal as strange, providing a rare glimpse into the treatment they received while being held.

The twins were held in the Gaza strip following the October 7th attacks. Their description of the 'beachside meal' highlights the unusual circumstances of their captivity. While details of their daily existence remain scarce, this specific account offers a window into the psychological and physical environment maintained by their captors.

"Enough with the misery"

— Gali and Ziv Berman

Reunion and Recovery#

Following their release, Gali and Ziv have been reunited with their family. The return to normalcy, however, is complicated by the trauma of their experience. The brothers are currently processing the events that transpired and are adjusting to life outside of captivity.

Their focus is now on healing and psychological recovery. Being back together has been a crucial step in their process, but the twins are looking to create distance between themselves and the traumatic memories associated with their abduction.

A Future Away from Kfar Aza#

One of the most significant revelations from the interview is the twins' decision regarding their former home. Gali and Ziv have stated unequivocally that they will not return to Kfar Aza. The community, which was the site of the October 7th attacks, holds too many painful memories for the brothers.

They expressed a desire to start anew in a place where they can feel safe. Their sentiment, 'Enough with the misery,' encapsulates their drive to leave the sorrow behind and build a new chapter in their lives away from the border community.

Moving Forward#

The Berman twins represent the broader struggle of former hostages to reintegrate into society. Their public statement serves as a declaration of their intent to prioritize their mental health and future well-being. By sharing their story, they also shed light on the specific experiences they endured.

As they look ahead, Gali and Ziv are determined to define their own path. Their refusal to return to Kfar Aza is a powerful statement of survival and the need to reclaim control over their lives after a period of total helplessness.

#Israel & the Region#Gali Berman#Ziv Berman#Hamas hostages#2023-2025 Israel-Hamas war#Izz al-Din al-Haddad#Hamas#Emily Damari#Kibbutz Kfar Aza#Channel 12

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