THE three Israeli hostages freed by Hamas appeared to have acquired “reward baggage” containing mementos of their time in captivity, following their launch on Sunday.
Hamas launched a video exhibiting the hostages Emily Damari, 28, Romi Gonen, 24, and Doron Steinbrecher, 31, being handed paper baggage with the brand of the Ezzedine al-Qassam Brigades, the armed wing of Hamas , by way of the window of a automobile.
THE hostages they have been filmed smiling as they lifted the baggage, which reportedly contained “presents and souvenirs” from their captivity, together with certificates.
Hamas officers gave every hostage a bag – AFP
Israeli media reported {that a} “launch resolution” was signed and inscribed on every certificates.
According to Israeli newspaper Ynet, the baggage additionally contained photographs of the hostages whereas they have been in captivity and a map of the Gaza Strip.
The hostages then boarded a small white minibus with their suitcases and have been taken to Al-Saraya Square in Gaza City, a gathering level the place they have been handed over to the Red Cross.
After handing over hostage baggage, Hamas confirmed documentation – Reuters
They instructed the Jerusalem Post that the baggage have been a “cynical sport,” suggesting they might have been a Hamas propaganda tactic.
However, the aim of the baggage was not instantly clear.
The Telegraph has contacted the Red Cross for remark.
Damari, Gonen and Steinbrecher have been the primary hostages launched Sunday following the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Under the settlement, 33 Israeli hostages are anticipated to be launched within the subsequent six weeks in change for the discharge of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
