Who is Mia Shem? Hamas release video of 21-year-old Hostage | Watch Video – Opoyi
Hamas released a video featuring Mia Shem, a 21-year-old Israeli hostage, kidnapped during an October 7 surprise incursion. In the video, Mia Shem speaks in Hebrew, confirming her identity, stating she is in Gaza, and explaining that she was seriously injured in her hand and underwent a three-hour surgery there. She appeals for her return to her family, expressing gratitude for the care she is receiving.
The video’s caption reveals that Mia Shem was captured on the first day of the attack during the Al-Aqsa Flood Battle, which resulted in the deaths of at least 260 people. Her family is relieved to know she is alive, and they demand international efforts to secure her release and return home.
The situation in the Gaza Strip is dire, with over a million people fleeing their homes in anticipation of an Israeli ground invasion aimed at dismantling Hamas’ leadership. Israeli forces have prepared for a broad campaign to eliminate the militant group, but a week of airstrikes has not halted militant rocket attacks into Israel. Humanitarian organizations warn of a potential humanitarian crisis should an Israeli ground offensive occur.
The conflict has already claimed the lives of over 4,000 people in Israel and Gaza, with nearly 200 Israelis, including children, taken hostage during the course of Hamas’ violent actions.
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