Former Hamas hostages Aviva and Keith Siegel reflect on painful peace message
Aviva and Keith Siegel, rescued former hostages, discussed a recent drone strike that killed one of their captors while reaffirming their commitment to peace.
During a calm interview on a shaded terrace in central Tel-Aviv, Aviva Siegel, 64, and her husband Keith, 66, spoke about a recent drone strike that reportedly killed one of the Hamas militants who had once imprisoned them. The couple, who were freed after a cease-fire agreement, described the emotional complexity of hearing such news, with Aviva stating she remains opposed to war. Keith detailed the lasting impact of broken ribs and a hand scar from a pistol shot, as well as ongoing memory difficulties since his release.
Despite these challenges, he urged global awareness of their ordeal. Together, they affirmed that their personal tragedy has never altered their dedication to a peaceful future.
