Testimonies from captives who were held by Palestinian groups in Gaza have been discussed in Israeli media following the release of dozens of hostages, Middle East Eye reports.

Alon Ben-David, the senior defence correspondent for Israel’s Channel 13, spoke over the weekend about the treatment of captives by Hamas. “Hamas tried to provide the required medications every day. But there were days when medicine was provided and others without,” he said during a televised news segment.

“The majority of hostages were together, holding meetings and lectures, sharing stories. Their activities and being together gave them strength to survive those underground conditions [in tunnels],” added Ben-David.

“All the hostages were together, speaking of good conditions and treatment by the Hamas men. In addition to the medication, they were not subjected to violent treatment or torture.”

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