The Jewish community in South Florida is celebrating today’s historic peace deal that secured the release of all living hostages held by Hamas since the Oct. 7, 2023 attack.
“We were holding our breath till the very last moment,” said Igor Alterman, president and CEO of the Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County.
Local Jewish community celebrates historic hostage release deal
The emotional day marks the end of a two-year ordeal for families whose loved ones were taken hostage and held in Gaza. Under President Trump’s ceasefire agreement, 20 hostages have been freed in exchange for nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners.
“We are thrilled beyond words,” said Rabbi Jack Moline of B’nai Torah Congregation…