Freed Hostage Urges UN to Act on Remaining Captives After Ceasefire Collapse

Eli Sharabi, who endured 491 days of captivity under Hamas, condemns international inaction and highlights misuse of humanitarian aid.

Eli Sharabi, a former hostage, addressed the UN Security Council, urging immediate action to secure the release of 59 remaining hostages in Gaza, many of whom are feared dead.
Sharabi described harrowing conditions during his 491-day captivity, including starvation, physical abuse, and psychological torment, emerging at just 44 kilograms upon release.
He accused Hamas of stealing humanitarian aid meant for civilians and hostages, using it to feed their fighters while hostages were left starving underground.
Sharabi criticized the United Nations, the Red Cross, and international bodies for their lack of action in addressing the plight of hostages and ensuring aid reached those in need.
The collapse of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire has reignited violence, complicating efforts to secure the hostages' release and worsening the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.