Video of Nepali hostage Bipin Joshi to be released Wednesday evening, family confirms

**Video of Nepali Hostage Bipin Joshi to Be Released Wednesday Evening, Family Confirms**

Israeli intelligence has obtained new footage of Nepali hostage Bipin Joshi, who was abducted from Kibbutz Alumim on October 7. The video is scheduled to be released on Wednesday evening, according to an announcement from the Hostage Family Forum.

The Hostage Family Forum confirmed earlier on Wednesday that Israeli intelligence units have acquired the video of Bipin Joshi. This new development brings hope to the family and those following the situation closely.

Further updates are expected following the video’s release later this evening.
https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-869776

Former Kata’ib Hezbollah hostage Elizabeth Tsurkov issues first statement since release

Former Kata’ib Hezbollah Hostage Elizabeth Tsurkov Issues First Statement Since Release

Elizabeth Tsurkov, the Israeli-Russian hostage formerly held by Kata’ib Hezbollah, has issued her first public statement following her release. She took to her X (formerly Twitter) account to express her gratitude to those who played a role in securing her freedom.

Tsurkov posted messages in English, Arabic, and Hebrew, thanking individuals and groups who supported her during her ordeal. Her statement highlights the collaborative efforts that led to her safe return.

[Insert image: Elizabeth Tsurkov over a backdrop of Iraqi and Israeli flags. Photo credit: Canva, Elizabeth Tsurkov, SHUTTERSTOCK]

By Jerusalem Post Staff
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