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Freed hostage Matan Zangauker discharged from hospital, days after release from captivity
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Einav Zangauker is reunited with her son, freed hostage Matan Zangkauer, after he was held in Gaza for over two years, in Re'im on October 13, 2025. (Israel Defense Forces)
Freed hostage Matan Zangauker has been discharged from Tel Aviv’s Ichilov Medical Center upon completing all necessary tests, the hospital says.
Zangauker was released from Hamas captivity on Monday,
In a statement, the hospital says it will continue to accompany him and his family, and carry out further medical examinations as necessary.
The hospital calls on the public and the media to respect the family’s privacy at this time.
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