Seven Israeli hostages, including Eitan Mor, Gali and Ziv Berman, Matan Angrest, Omri Miran, Guy Gilboa-Dalal, and Alon Ohel, were transferred to the IDF by this morning, October 13th, 2025, after being released by Hamas. The IDF confirmed that the seven hostages are now in their hands, according to Amit Segal. Doctors who examined Eitan Mor in the field reported his condition as correct, as noted by N12 chat reporters. Hamas reportedly made video calls to the families of several hostages set for release later this morning, and also called families of the Connio brothers, Nimrod Cohen, and Matan Ceyangkuker, allowing conversations with the kidnapped, as reported by N12 chat reporters. Welcome home messages were posted by the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Alon Ohel, Guy Gilboa-Dalal, and Matan Angrest, detailing their backgrounds and experiences in captivity. Alon Ohel, 24, was kidnapped from the Nova music festival and suffered serious injuries including vision loss in one eye. Guy Gilboa-Dalal, 24, also taken from the Nova festival, endured severe conditions including dehydration and hearing loss in one ear. Matan Angrest, 22, was kidnapped from his tank near Nahal Oz and is known for his kind spirit and love of sports. The Red Cross has been facilitating the multi-phase operation for the release and transfer of hostages and detainees as part of a ceasefire agreement. Hamas prohibited the filming of the hostage handover and requested Palestinian citizens not to film the event. The Al-Qassam Brigades issued a statement pledging that the cause of "free prisoners" will remain a top national priority. President Donald Trump is en route to Israel and previously stated that the Gaza peace deal could be the "biggest thing I was ever involved in." He is scheduled to address the Knesset and meet former hostages in Israel shortly after 9 AM local time. Families of released hostages, including Nimrod Cohen and Alon Ohel, have expressed happiness and gratitude. The IDF Chief of Staff, Major General Eyal Zamir, has completed a situation assessment, emphasizing continued high readiness and the ongoing duty to act until all hostages are returned. Hebrew media and social media accounts previously reported that the seven released hostages were in good condition and on their feet.
