The family of woman soldier Agam Berger thanked Israel’s security forces and people Thursday for their support after she was released by Hamas as part of a Gaza ceasefire deal, AFP reports.

“We want to thank the security forces and all the people of Israel for their support and prayers. Now Agam and our family can begin the healing process,” the family said in a statement after the military reported that Berger had been reunited with her family.

Family members and supporters of Israeli hostage Agam Berger, a soldier who was seized from her army base in southern Israel during the deadly October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas, react as they watch a broadcast of Berger during her release, in Holon, Israel January 30. — Reuters
Family members and supporters of Israeli hostage Agam Berger, a soldier who was seized from her army base in southern Israel during the deadly October 7, 2023, attack by Hamas, react as they watch a broadcast of Berger during her release, in Holon, Israel January 30. — Reuters

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