Israeli Hostage Aryeh Zalmanovich Dies in Gaza

Aryeh Zalmanovich, 86, was confirmed as the Israeli hostage who died in Hamas captivity while being held alongside Qaid Farhan al-Qadi, who was rescued recently. Al-Qadi revealed to Zalmanovich's son, Boaz, that a bond formed between them during their captivity, with al-Qadi providing comfort and care to the ailing Zalmanovich. Boaz expressed gratitude for al-Qadi's support but lamented that his father, who suffered from lack of medical care, ultimately died from his torment. Details emerged that Zalmanovich had been beaten during his abduction and was transported to Gaza without necessary medical aids like glasses or a hearing aid. Al-Qadi described his captivity as harsh, marking the emotional toll of witnessing Zalmanovich's decline and death. Following the accounts, Kibbutz Nir Oz has called for continued efforts to bring other hostages home safely.