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Four hostages, including Rom Breslavsky and Eitan Horn, named for second release. Unclear if others will be freed in Israeli hostage situation.

October 13, 2025 at 6:55 am Pesach Benson Breaking News

Jerusalem, 13 October, 2025 (TPS-IL) — The Families of Rom Breslavsky, Eitan Horn, Nimrod Cohen and Elkana Buchbot were informed that they would be freed in the second wave of hostage releases. It wasn’t clear if other hostages will also be released in this round.

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