Families of U.S. Hostages in Gaza Urge Biden and Trump to Collaborate for Release

Parents of seven American hostages held by Hamas call for bipartisan action to secure their freedom, as ongoing conflict in Gaza continues to endanger captives.

Seven American citizens remain among the 101 hostages held by Hamas in Gaza, over 14 months after their abduction during the October 2023 attack on Israel.
The parents of Omer Neutra, an Israeli-American hostage, are advocating for President Joe Biden and President-elect Donald Trump to work together to secure a release deal.
Families expressed frustration with the lack of progress in negotiations, citing failed ceasefire talks and concerns over the hostages' deteriorating conditions in captivity.
The recent Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire has renewed hope for broader peace efforts, but families are disappointed it did not include provisions for Gaza hostages.
Both Biden and Trump have pledged efforts to end the conflict and bring hostages home, though families remain skeptical about the urgency of these commitments.