Overview

• Or, 32, was released after roughly two years in captivity and was transferred to the IDF’s Re’im base for medical evaluation.
• He reunited with partner Noa Argamani, who was rescued in June 2024, with the IDF sharing a photo of their meeting.
• Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang told staff that Or was released to the Red Cross and declared, “Avinatan has come home,” while praising support for his family.
• Israeli media reported Or lost about 30–40% of his body weight and was held in solitary confinement during his detention.
• Roughly 20 living hostages were freed in this phase of the deal, with additional reunions reported, including that of Evyatar David with his family.