The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) successfully rescued Pvt. Ori Megidish, an Israeli soldier who was kidnapped by Hamas on October 7, during ground operations in Gaza. Megidish, among the 200-plus hostages held by Hamas, was actively saved in a combined effort between the IDF and the Israeli Security Agency (ISA). Following the rescue, she has been reunited with her family and has provided valuable information to Israeli intelligence.
Key Points:
- Pvt. Ori Megidish was abducted by Hamas on October 7 and was among over 200 hostages.
- The IDF and the Israeli Security Agency (ISA) collaborated in a joint operation to successfully rescue Megidish from captivity in Gaza.
- Following her rescue, Megidish was found to be in good mental and physical health and has since reunited with her family.
- She has shared insights from her captivity with Israeli intelligence, which might be useful for future operations.
- The rescue operation occurred amid international pressure on Israel to secure the release of other captives, with more than 1,400 people, predominantly civilians, killed since Hamas’ rampage in Israel.
Source: https://www.cnn.com/2023/10/31/middleeast/idf-ori-megidish-rescue-hamas-hostage-intl-hnk/index.html
