Who are the 20 hostages who have been released from Gaza?

Alon Ohel

Agencies, October 13, 2025 : Here is the comprehensive list of the 20 hostages released from Gaza, as part of the first phase of the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas:

1. Alon Ohel (24)

A talented musician and pianist, Alon was abducted from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, while hiding among the wounded and dead. His parents, prominent advocates for hostages' return, placed dozens of pianos across Israel with the message “You are not alone.” His mother organized a concert on the Gaza border in 2024, expressing confidence that her son was still alive.

2. Ariel Cunio (28) & 3. David Cunio (35)

Brothers from Kibbutz Nir Oz, Ariel and David were abducted along with their families. While their wives and children were released in earlier phases of the deal, the brothers remained in captivity until now. Their mother, Sylvia, has long held hope for their return.

4. Avinatan Or (32)

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Kidnapped from the Nova festival alongside his partner, Noa Argamani, who was rescued earlier, Avinatan was captured in the infamous footage of their abduction. The image of their separation became iconic. A sign of life from him was delivered in March 2025.

5. Bar Kupershtein (23)

The eldest of five siblings, Bar was the family's main provider after his father became disabled. He was taken during the Nova festival attack. Bar was last seen in an April 2025 Hamas video alongside fellow hostage Maksim Harkin.

6. Elkana Bohbot (36)

Abducted from the Nova festival, Elkana has been featured in several videos during his captivity. His mother expressed frustration and exhaustion from the prolonged promises of his release, having become emotionally drained by the wait.

7. Eitan Horn (39)

A professional in informal education, Eitan was kidnapped alongside his brother Yair from Kibbutz Nir Oz. While Yair was released in February 2025, Eitan's return today marks a bittersweet family reunion after years of anxiety.

8. Eitan Mor (25)

A barista and aspiring café owner, Eitan was abducted from the Nova festival where he worked as a security guard. Described by fellow captives as a morale booster, he even confronted his captors on behalf of others. His family, publicly opposed to deals with Hamas, has consistently demanded his release.

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9. Evyatar David (24)

Kidnapped from the Nova festival alongside Guy Gilboa Dalal, Evyatar was featured in a disturbing August 2025 video where he was shown digging his own grave under duress. The footage sparked widespread outrage across Israel.

10. Gali Berman (28) & 11. Ziv Berman (28)

Twin brothers from Kibbutz Kfar Aza, Gali and Ziv were taken during the October 7 attack. As of February 2025, released hostages reported the brothers were being held separately. Their prolonged captivity has been a major point of concern for their family.

12. Guy Gilboa-Dalal (24)

An animation enthusiast, Guy was kidnapped from the Nova festival on October 7, 2023. His close friend Evyatar David was also taken that day. Hostages who survived the ordeal confirmed the harsh conditions Guy endured during his captivity.

13. Maxim Herkin (35)

An Israel-Russian dual national, Maxim was abducted from the Nova festival, where two of his friends were killed. In May 2025, a video released by Hamas showed Maxim in poor physical condition. His mother vowed not to say “thank you” until her son was safely returned.

14. Matan Angrest (22)

A soldier who was captured near the Gaza perimeter when his tank was attacked. Matan, a passionate sports and soccer fan, endured abuse and interrogations during his captivity. He was last seen in a March 2025 video.

15. Matan Zangauker (25)

Abducted from Kibbutz Nir Oz, Matan was separated from his partner Ilana Gritzewsky, who was released earlier. His mother, a leading voice for hostages’ families, has become an advocate for the rights of the captives.

16. Nimrod Cohen (20)

A soldier, Nimrod was taken from his tank during the October 7 attack near Kibbutz Nirim. Released hostages reported that Nimrod is alive but in poor physical and mental condition. His mother, Viki, has expressed optimism that her son will soon return.

17. Omri Miran (48)

A shiatsu therapist and head gardener at Kibbutz Nir Oz, Omri was abducted in front of his wife and two children. Omri is the oldest living hostage still held in Gaza. His father has been an active advocate for his son's return, calling his potential release a "victory for an entire people."

18. Rom Braslavski (21)

A soldier working as a security guard at the Nova festival, Rom was abducted after helping others escape. Rom's family has been vocal in the efforts for his release, and they were greatly distressed after losing contact with him in July 2025.

19. Segev Kalfon (27)

Segev was abducted while trying to escape at the Nova festival. His family expressed fears for his health, citing reports that he was denied medication for his anxiety condition, which worsened during his captivity.

20. Yosef Chaim Ohana (25)

A bartender and the eldest son of a single mother, Yosef was abducted from the Nova festival while risking his life to help others escape. Released hostages later confirmed that he was alive, and Hamas released a video in May 2025 showing him alongside fellow hostage Elkana Bohbot.

These hostages' return represents a significant development in the ongoing negotiations between Israel and Hamas, and while their families are jubilant, many still mourn the losses and continue to fight for the return of others who remain captive. The ceasefire deal has also resulted in the release of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners from Israeli jails, further complicating the situation.