Hostages

• Israeli-American hostage released by Hamas in ‘good faith’ gesture

  The Israeli military confirmed that 21-year-old Edan Alexander was turned over to the Red Cross and then to Israeli forces, and had crossed into Israeli territory.

  World

  May 12, 2025
  
• Hamas delays hostage releases as it accuses Israel of violating ceasefire

  In response, Israel said Hamas had violated the ceasefire agreement with its announcement and the Israeli military was ordered to prepare at the highest level of readiness in Gaza.

  World

  Feb 10, 2025
  
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• Three hostages holding white flag mistakenly killed by troops, Israeli military says

  The military official said it was likely that the hostages had been abandoned by their militant captors or had escaped.

  World

  Dec 16, 2023
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• ‘We’re at a very critical time’: former FBI negotiator on freeing hostages from Hamas

  A former FBI hostage negotiator said it's important to exhaust all non-violent options before attempting a rescue because attempts present the most risk to hostages.

  World

  Oct 22, 2023
• Israel says 2 Americans held hostage by Hamas have been released

  "I am overjoyed that they will soon be reunited with their family, who has been wracked with fear,'' U.S. President Joe Biden said.

  U.S. News

  Oct 20, 2023
• Israel attack: What we know about Hamas’ hostages, missing foreign nationals

  Hamas is currently holding a 'substantial' number of people hostage, according to Israel's military, which could include nationals from up to 12 different countries.

  World

  Oct 9, 2023
• ‘On my hands and knees praying’: B.C. woman shares experience of Israel attacks

  'A siren happened and I had to run to a bomb shelter,' said Vancouver's Shauna Osten, who is on a trip to Israel. 'Things escalated really fast.'

  Canada

  Oct 7, 2023
• Brazil bank robbers tie hostages to getaway cars in mega-heist

  A gang robbed three banks and used human shields for their escape during a deadly spree in Brazil.

  Trending

  Aug 31, 2021
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• Terrorism suspect linked to beheadings of 2 Canadians, others arrested in Philippines

  Anduljihad Susukan is the highest-ranking commander of the small but brutal Abu Sayyaf group to be taken into custody so far this year.

  World

  Aug 13, 2020
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• Ex-security guard releases hostages after stand-off at Philippines mall: police

  The suspect was allowed to speak to reporters and authorities to outline his grievances against his former superiors, whom he accused of corruption and abuse, before police approached and subdued him.

  World

  Mar 2, 2020