Freed Israeli Hostages Share Harrowing Accounts of Hamas Captivity

Survivors describe physical and psychological abuse, extreme hunger, and inhumane conditions during their time in Gaza.

Former hostages report enduring torture, including beatings, burnings, and being hung by their feet during interrogations by Hamas captors.
Many hostages were held in dark tunnels, chained, and deprived of basic necessities such as food, water, and light.
Female hostages were often forced to perform domestic labor for families they were held with, facing verbal abuse and unhygienic conditions.
Survivors have exhibited significant weight loss and physical injuries, with some requiring medical attention for wounds sustained during captivity.
Psychologists warn that hostages face long-term mental health challenges, including post-traumatic stress, but express hope for recovery with proper support.