Brother of Hamas Hostages Shares Hope for Release and End to War
CBS NewsNovember 5, 20256 min1,304 views
8 connectionsΒ·9 entities in this videoβRemembering October 7th and Hostage Situation
- ποΈ Today marks two years since the October 7th terrorist attacks by Hamas, during which nearly 1,200 people were killed and 251 hostages were taken.
- ποΈ Currently, 48 hostages remain in captivity, with some believed to be alive and others deceased.
Hope for a Deal and Brothers' Status
- π‘ Liran Berman, whose brothers Zeve and Gali are among the hostages, expresses optimism about a potential comprehensive deal to release all hostages and end the war.
- π¬ He states that the most recent sign of life from his brothers was in late February, and they have been held separately since November 2023.
- π Berman emphasizes that while obstacles remain, they are closer than ever to a deal, urging for continued diplomatic push.
Perspective on Gaza and Coexistence
- β οΈ Berman highlights the lack of any reported assistance from Gazan civilians for the hostages, contrasting it with historical examples of aid during the Holocaust.
- β¨ He believes coexistence is possible in the future, contingent on Hamas no longer being in power and a period of trust-building.
Personal Story of Brothers Zeve and Gali
- π¬ Zeve and Gali are described as inseparable twins, the heart of their family, who shared a deep bond from birth.
- πΆ They pursued shared interests, including playing football and working together in the sound and light industry, always remaining close.
- π Liran expresses immense daily missing of his brothers, calling their absence unimaginable.
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