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5-Yr-Old Israeli Hostage’s Joyful Reunion With Classmates After Hamas Release.

little girl hugging other little kids

War is complicated and heartbreaking, impacting people all over the world. But one thing we can all agree on is the power of love. This five-year-old Israeli girl was taken hostage by the Hamas and is now free, reconnecting with her classmates.

israeli hostage hugging classmates
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Her reunion with her kindergarten friends is a powerful sight to see. What an incredible testament to the power of love to persist through all obstacles and injustices.

Emilia Aloni remained a hostage for nearly two months before reuniting with her friends. Now, the glee between the pals is obvious! It’s a truly inspiring video.

“Her classmates hugging her is the cutest, warmest thing I’ve seen in a long time,” commented one viewer of the powerful clip.

These kiddos clearly missed their friend, and she clearly missed them too. What a sweet video to watch amidst such difficult times.

While war is complex and unjust for many all over the globe, the power of friendship and love persists through dark times.

This child was an Israeli hostage and has now seen reconnection with her classmates. It’s a harsh reality for a child so young. Watch the reunion below and be sure to bring some tissues! To learn some ways to help victims of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, click here.

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