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Wednesday, August 20, 2025
From the Liveblog of
Wednesday, August 20, 2025
5 ex-hostage observation soldiers complete hospital rehabilitation program
Reporter at The Times of Israel
Released hostages, from left to right, Naama Levy, Liri Albag, Agam Berger, Daniella Gilboa and Karina Ariev, complete their rehabilitation program at the Rabin Medical Center on August 20, 2025. (Rabin Medical Center Spokesperson)
The five IDF female surveillance soldiers who were taken hostage on October 7, 2023 and released from captivity in January have completed the intensive stage of their rehabilitation, Rabin Medical Center says.
Liri Albag, Karina Ariev, Agam Berger, Daniella Gilboa, and Naama Levy will now have ongoing long-term monitoring, alongside community-based treatment, the hospital says.
The former hostages underwent a physician’s examination, blood tests, and comprehensive evaluations in the fields of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and nutritional assessment. Based on the test results, a personalized long-term treatment plan will be created.
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