New details obtained by Israel Hayom reveal the remarkable courage and unbreakable bonds displayed by the female IDF observers during their captivity under unimaginable conditions. Sources involved in the release of Liri Albag (19), Daniella Gilboa (20), Naama Levy (20), and Karina Ariev (20) have disclosed a profound incident that illuminates the intense loyalty between the hostages until their final moments in Hamas captivity.
While Israeli officials remained uncertain about which of the five observers would be released last Saturday, a dramatic scene unfolded as Hamas selected the four young women. When it became clear that Agam Berger (20) would remain in Gaza until the next phase of the hostage release deal, one of her fellow soldiers took a brave stand – grabbing Agam's hand, confronting the captors, and declaring she would remain behind with her friend.
According to sources familiar with the release details, the observer scheduled for release firmly held onto Agam's hand, steadfastly refusing to abandon her companion. Only when the captors forced her to comply with their predetermined release plan did she reluctantly leave her friend behind until the next phase, expected this Saturday. She departed with the hope that Agam would soon return to her family and reunite with her friends in Israel to begin their collective journey of healing from their Gaza ordeal.
The situation continues to evolve as Hamas violates the ceasefire agreement terms while Israel maintains its firm stance on implementation. The next phase is expected to secure the release of Arbel Yehoud (29) in the coming days, followed by another phase on Saturday that should finally bring the fifth IDF observer – Agam Berger – home to freedom.
