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Israel’s Longest Day Is Over: No Israelis Remain Held in Gaza

Today, After 843 Days, the Last Israeli Held in Gaza Was Brought Home — What the End of a Historic Chapter Reveals About Israel, Solidarity, and War

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Nadav Eyal
Jan 27, 2026
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Master Sgt. Ran Gvili, the last Israeli hostage brought home from Gaza. (Photo: Hostage Families Forum)

After 843 days, there are no Israelis — living or dead — being held in the Gaza Strip. 251 Israelis were taken by Hamas during its campaign of mass murder against Israel on October 7, 2023. Their abduction shook Israel to its core. For Israelis, it cam…

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